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Severe weather forces multiple Kentucky school districts to cancel classes

Severe weather across the Bluegrass from Sunday night into Monday morning, along with lingering power outages and road debris, has led school leaders in Lawrence and Perry counties to cancel classes for Monday.

Lexington, KY · 08-17

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Utility crews continuing to restore power after strong storms across Kentucky

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - UPDATE: LG&E and KU released an update on customers experiencing power outages after Sunday’s overnight storms. The utility company says about 50,000 customers were affected by severe weather, with the majority of outages being in Lexington and Louisville. Resources from other areas are coming in to help, according to LG&E and KU.

Kentucky · 08-17

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Tracking morning rain and afternoon storms

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Last night’s storms caused power outages and flooding in some areas, and we might see more of the same today. Morning showers and thunderstorms are likely, especially for areas in Lexington and north. Lightning is the main safety concern this morning, and we could see some high water issues in areas that have not yet recovered from last night.

Lexington, KY · 08-17

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Storms roll through WAVE Country

Remi, a coonhound, was rescued from a Harrison County cave. A young kitten was rescued from a drain in Jeffersontown, saving it from dangerous rainwater. Areas of the WAVE viewing area were hit with storm damage and flooding. Annual Baptist Health NICU Summer Photo Shoot. Updated: Jun. 19, 2026 at...

Harrison County, KY · 08-17

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Overnight flash flooding impacts eastern Kentucky school districts

Communities in southeastern Kentucky were impacted by overnight flash flooding amid several days of ongoing storm activity and lingering power outages.

Letcher County, KY · 08-14

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7 displaced after intense house fire in Lexington

Seven people were displaced after a fire broke out in a two-story duplex on Medlock Road in Lexington early Sunday morning.

Lexington, KY · 08-16

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Sunday storms cause additional power outages locally

Another round of storms that moved through Kentucky Sunday evening left thousands in the state without power. According to Emergency Management Director Greg Beam, at one point, more than 800 in Montgomery County lost power. As of around 8:30 a.m. today, that number had dwindled to 17. "Besides that it...

Montgomery County, KY · 08-17

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Kentucky · 08-17

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7 displaced after intense house fire in Lexington

Seven people were displaced after a fire broke out in a two-story duplex on Medlock Road in Lexington early Sunday morning.

Lexington, KY · 08-17

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Bourbon County resident voices concern after storms knock out power for days

A Bourbon County resident is speaking out after Tuesday's severe storms left her without power and caused extensive damage to her property.

Bourbon County, KY · 08-13

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Beyond The 7-day

Some cooler news could show up into late August before more storm chances return into early September.

Lexington, KY · 08-16

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Tornado warning issued for Bourbon, Harrison, Nicholas and Scott counties

(WKYT) - A tornado warning has been issued for Bourbon, Harrison, Nicholas and Scott counties until 5:00 p.m. The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Bourbon, Clark, Fayette, Harrison, Nicholas and Scott counties that is active until 8 p.m. EST. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is also...

Nicholas County, KY · 08-11

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City eases yard debris disposal after severe storms

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Following severe thunderstorms that brought record rainfall and downed trees across the city this week, the city government has announced temporary relief for residents dealing with large amounts of yard debris. According to the city’s official guidance, residents with city curbside waste collection do not need...

Lexington, KY · 08-13

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Isolated thunderstorms possible today

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - We’re in for another hot and humid weekend. Afternoon highs will be in the upper 80s to low 90s today, and the heat index will climb to around 100 degrees. Today will be mostly cloudy with a slight chance of showers and isolated thunderstorms in...

Harlan County, KY · 08-15

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Bourbon County farm begins cleanup after severe storms

Severe storms moved through the region on Tuesday and Wednesday, leaving several Kentucky counties cleaning up from damage and power outages.

Bourbon County, KY · 08-12

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Roof ripped from Powell County mobile home during Kentucky severe storms

Severe storms brought damaging winds across the Bluegrass on Tuesday, with Powell County among the hardest-hit areas.

Powell County, KY · 08-12

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Thousands across Kentucky remain without power after severe storms

More than 10,000 Kentucky Utilities customers remained without power following severe storms, though crews worked continuously to reach isolated areas.

Kentucky · 08-13

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Bourbon County residents hunker down at community shelter during severe storms

Severe storms rolled through North Middletown in Bourbon County Tuesday, knocking out power and forcing residents from their homes.

Bourbon County, KY · 08-12