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Kentucky State Police say multiple people were injured in a shooting at a church and that the suspect is dead.
Disaster recovery centers in LaRue and Meade counties in Kentucky are set to close permanently this weekend. The centers are located at the Emergency Medical Services Classroom on South Lincoln Boulevard in Hodgenville,
Franklin County is offering to buy homes damaged in April’s floods and turn the land into permanent green space. The voluntary program covers most costs and is open to residents through Aug. 1.
Sirens are also limited to a certain radius of people who can hear during “clear” conditions. Heavy rainfall and river currents can obstruct the sound, making it unreliable.
Catastrophic floods often bring with them loss of power, cuts to key emergency communications and sudden hazardous situations that leave victims with only minutes or seconds to seek higher ground and stay safe.
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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) says nearly $81 million has now been awarded in housing and other assistance for residents in the counties affected by
"It's giving me the feeling that I can't win any longer. Living on the river, even though it's been my whole life with my family...it's not working out," said Scott Rogers, who owns two properties.
Advocates warn that such cuts could jeopardize emergency broadcasts in areas that rely heavily on public media.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Catastrophic flooding hit the Lonestar State Friday, and more than 82 people are dead. And more than 40 people are still unaccounted for, with more flooding likely in the coming days. RELATED: 'Our beds started tipping over' | Texas brothers recount terrifying moments as floodwaters overwhelmed Camp La Junta
Governor Andy Beshear announced on Thursday the awarding of more than $14.4 million to improve the water and wastewater infrastructure at four communities in Eastern Kentucky that