11 Dead in Kentucky Flooding as Another Winter Storm Approaches

Daily record rainfalls in five Kentucky cities—Frankfort, Paducah, Bowling Green, London, and Jackson—have left many areas submerged.

Clarksville Fire Rescue members perform water rescues to evacuate trapped people during flooding in Clarksville, Tenn., on Feb. 16, 2025. Clarksville Fire Rescue via Getty Images

The death toll from severe flooding in Kentucky has risen to 11 as emergency responders continue search and rescue operations across the state.

Gov. Andy Beshear confirmed the updated fatality count during a briefing on Feb. 17, warning that an incoming winter storm could further complicate recovery efforts.