Paducah, KY – Residents of western Kentucky should prepare for significant rainfall and potential flooding as remnants of Tropical Storm Francine move into the area. Showers and thunderstorms are expected to continue today through Saturday, bringing heavy rain, especially by tonight.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, rainfall totals will range from an inch and a half near Interstate 64 in southern Illinois to over three inches closer to the Kentucky-Tennessee border. Areas in western Kentucky could see as much as three and a half inches of rain by Saturday. Localized flooding is a concern, particularly in areas with poor drainage.
The heaviest rainfall is expected tonight into Friday evening, with breezy conditions accompanying the storm. Motorists are advised to avoid driving through flooded roads and to monitor weather alerts for updates. Showers may persist through the weekend and into Monday, with storm chances lingering until the system moves out of the region.
Residents should secure outdoor items and prepare for potential power outages as strong winds may also impact the area through Friday.
