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Kentucky's Flood Crisis Deepens | Lexington News

Kentucky’s flooding crisis is no longer rare—it’s becoming a terrifying pattern, with homes submerged, drainage systems overwhelmed, and costs skyrocketing. In one year alone, flood insurance paid out over $111 million for more than 2,000 claims, and since 2020, the state has faced 16 federally declared disasters, mostly floods. While federal aid arrives, it’s often insufficient to rebuild or prevent future damage. Built into floodplains and lacking resources, small towns struggle to adapt. Outdated flood maps leave communities dangerously unprepared as risk zones shift. Experts are racing to…

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