More rain is headed to Lexington! Waves of showers and storms begin Thursday evening and will continue through at least Saturday. The repeated rounds of rain pose a risk for flash flooding and severe weather.
Lexington is under a Flood Watch from 2 p.m., Thursday, July 9, until 2 a.m. EDT, Sunday, July 12. We have received a significant amoun tof rain over the past few weeks. The ground is already saturated, so water can’t sink in. Combine this with heavy rain and flooding becomes more likely.
Before the Rain
- Check that drains and gutters around your home are clear from debris.
- Move any outdoor furniture and lawn ornaments inside to prevent them from floating away.
- Double-check your personal and home emergency kit and add any missing or new items needed.
- Identify at least two evacuation routes from your home in case of flooding or flash flooding. Make sure everyone in your house where to go, how to get there, and how to let others know they arrived safely. Don’t forget to include your pets when planning!
During the Rain
- If driving, make sure your headlights are on (even during the day). This will help other drivers see your vehicle on the road.
- Slow down and leave extra room between vehicles on the road! You will need additional time to stop if the roads are slick or covered in water.
- Check out more tips on driving in heavy rain.
Stay Out of Floodwaters
- Never walk or drive through floodwaters! These dangerous waters can hide sharp objects and debris, sewage, harmful bacterial, live wires, and more.
- You may not be able to tell if the road under the water is still there. It may have washed out or be damaged.
- Never drive around barricades or closed roads.
- Turn Around, Don’t Drown!
Have Multiple Ways to Get Weather Alerts
It’s very important to have at least two ways to get weather alerts. This is especially crucial when severe weather is expected to arrive overnight. Having multiple ways to get alerts helps make sure you have time to prepare before dangerous weather arrives. A few ways to get weather alerts include:
- NOAA Weather Radio
- Local news outlets (TV/radio)
- Weather apps on your smartphone
- NWS Louisville: https://www.weather.gov/lmk
- A network of friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers.
- Sign up for LexAlerts for free weather notifications from Lexington Emergency Management.
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