Headline:
Flood Watch issued August 12 at 2:42AM EDT until August 13 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
Event:
Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
August 11, 2026 - 11:42pm
Expires:
August 12, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.
* WHERE...Portions of east central, north central, and south central
Kentucky, including the following counties, in east central
Kentucky, Anderson, Boyle, Garrard and Mercer. In north central
Kentucky, Shelby. In south central Kentucky, Casey and Lincoln.
* WHEN...Through late tonight.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Rounds of repeated thunderstorms into tonight could lead to flash
flooding across the watch area. Localized amounts over 3" are
possible in spots.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.
Area Description:
Shelby; Anderson; Mercer; Boyle; Garrard; Casey; Lincoln
Forcast Office:
NWS Louisville KY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov