Governor Andy Beshear says the focus is beginning to shift.
"Fortunately, we're moving from the emergency phase to the stabilization phase, and that's when we will get a better idea of how much physical damage is out there."
Beshear says travel in Western Kentucky is still dangerous because of flooded roads and reminds you to leave barricades in place and don't try to drive through standing water. The majority of deaths in Kentucky during weather events this year have been because people tried to drive through flood water.
If you are traveling to the region, officials suggest checking road closures before you go.
Other parts of the state are dealing with mud and rock slides and other dangers.
"The flooding creates significant devastation that starts with roads and bridges that it can damage. It pulls large chunks of asphalt off of roads. It can blow through water systems, bursting pipes, or overwhelming the systems themselves," Beshear said. "And then what it can do in rock and mudslides, not just across roads, but in Franklin County, we're seeing some houses condemned because of how much the flooding ate away at the riverbank."
The Governor's other concern is cleanup.
"What was in the water, the mold. That could be in people's homes," said Beshear. "So make sure that you do your homework, before you start mucking out. Make sure that, you have plenty of help. Take it easy. Don't overexert yourself. You know, when you have a First Floor or a home that that looks devastated, it's always, where do I start? How can I start? It's always one foot in front of the other, and make sure that you pace yourself."
The Governor has filed for individual assistance from the federal government and is awaiting approval from president Trump.
