While some areas of the state were hit harder than others, officials say all 120 counties have been affected and the impact will last for several days.
"This was a statewide event, and these efforts will take time,” Beshear said.
Beshear said many roadways are still slick, and temperatures will continue to be dangerously cold throughout the week, with wind chills as low as minus 20 degrees across Kentucky. Tuesday is predicted to be the most dangerous when it comes to freezing weather.
"These temperatures could result in hypothermia or frostbite in as little as 10 to 30 minutes, especially on Tuesday morning. Avoid spending time outside and keep pets inside."
There were 42,048 power outages as of 1:00 Monday, down from 47,123 reported outages at 9:00 a.m.
“With these dangerously cold temperatures, if your power is out, we need you to get to a warming center,” the Governor said.
Kentucky currently has 137 warming centers set up across the commonwealth for those facing an outage. To find a warming center near you, or if you need additional assistance, visit kyem.ky.gov.
