Kentucky Floods Claim Lives as Roads Shut

Sacramento News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 28, 2026 · 1m

Kentucky braces for disaster as deadly flooding sweeps through, claiming at least four lives—three in Madison County and one in Jackson—after torrential rains triggered flash floods and submerged roads. Governor Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency, warning residents to stay off the roads, especially at night, as up to seven inches of rain could fall. Search teams scramble through flooded neighborhoods, but some areas remain inaccessible. Meanwhile, a landslide near a dam in Bullitt County has prompted evacuations—though officials confirm the dam remains secure. Support the show:Get…