Governor Andy Beshear recently declared a state of emergency in response to an ongoing “severe weather system” which began this weekend and continued into Tuesday night. Kentuckians have experienced tornadoes, hail, flooding, and strong winds, during this spring storm.
We’ve gathered the resources you need to safely weather a dangerously wet weekend.
What it means
When the governor declares a state of emergency, the Kentucky National Guard is activated and state funding is made available for relief + response efforts. Transportation may be restricted — think: road closures and detours.
If you suspect any price gouging — a business upping prices to take advantage of the emergency — you can report it online.
Be Informed
Our Department of Emergency Management’s (DEM) website, Be Ready Lexington, is every Lexingtonians first step for emergency preparedness. Here are three easy ways the DEM helps you stay up-to-date with the latest information during a weather emergency:
- Sign up for the LEXALERTS notification system to receive emergency updates via email, text, and voice message.
- This list explains the meaning of outdoor sirens and how to correctly respond to them.
- The Be Ready Lexington app will help you notify family that you are safe, find emergency shelter, and make a personalized plan for next time.
Report Damage
Call LexCall at 311 to report problems or 859-258-3970 for the Emergency Operations Center. Using this form to report storm damage is a helpful way to begin recovery efforts.
Lend a Hand
If you’re able, consider making a direct donation to help Kentuckians recover from this ongoing weather event via EKY Mutual Aid and the Team Kentucky Storm Relief Fund.
