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Beshear Declares State Of Emergency Due To Flooding

Gov. Steve Beshear has declared a statewide emergency in response to heavy rains and flash flooding in many counties across Kentucky.

The heavy rain that started Thursday caused flash flooding that killed a woman, stranded a school bus and forced more than 160 rescues in Louisville.

According to WKYT-TV, several counties declared states of emergency Friday.

The state emergency declaration gives local officials immediate access to state resources to assist in public safety and recovery efforts.

Officials say many roads are covered in water, and some have washed out entirely. They urge motorists to check travel routes before getting on the roads.

Weather forecasters are predicting more rain for most of the state this week.