Jackson, KY – Residents across eastern Kentucky should prepare for potential flash flooding and isolated severe thunderstorms as rounds of heavy rainfall impact the region through early Sunday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, Kentucky, excessive rainfall is likely to occur, especially in areas experiencing repeated showers and storms through Saturday evening. A Marginal Risk for severe thunderstorms, including strong to damaging wind gusts, is also forecast through 8 a.m. Saturday.
Pikeville, Hazard, and Prestonsburg residents should expect torrential downpours capable of causing quick rises in creeks and streams, localized flooding, and hazardous road conditions. Roads like U.S. Highway 23, KY Route 15, and local streets prone to flooding should be avoided when storms move through.
Officials recommend residents secure outdoor furniture, charge electronic devices, and avoid driving through flooded roadways. Anyone living near flood-prone areas such as rivers and streams should stay alert to rapid water rises and possible evacuation notices.
This weather pattern resembles the heavy rainfall events seen in spring 2024, which resulted in localized flash flooding across the region.
Additional weather alerts and flood advisories may be issued as conditions warrant through Saturday night.
