Hopkinsville, KY — Torrential rain triggered flash flooding across southern Kentucky Saturday, inundating roads, rural areas, and campgrounds as storms continued through the afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, a Flash Flood Warning remains in effect until 4:15 p.m. CDT for Christian, Todd, Trigg, and southern Muhlenberg counties. Emergency management officials reported 6 to 10 inches of rainfall since early morning, with an additional 2 to 4 inches possible before the system weakens.
Flooding has impacted low-lying areas and overwhelmed drainage systems. Key locations affected include Hopkinsville, Elkton, Cadiz, Oak Grove, and Fort Campbell. Recreational zones such as the Land Between the Lakes area, Wranglers Campground, and Golden Pond are also experiencing water hazards.
Motorists are urged to avoid flooded roadways and heed barricades. “Turn around, don’t drown,” remains the top safety message from officials. Residents should remain alert for rapidly rising waters in creeks, streams, and underpasses.
The warning follows an unusually intense rainfall event for early April, with totals rivaling some of the region’s historical flood benchmarks. Officials advise remaining indoors and monitoring local alerts as conditions evolve.
