City of Lexington Ky

Official account of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government. Public comment policy:

[lexwrecks @lexwrecks]

TRAFFIC ALERT US-27 (NICHOLASVILLE RD/LEXINGTON RD) IN JESSAMINE CO:
All lanes toward Nicholasville are shut down at Brannon Rd due to a serious collision. Traffic is being diverted to either Brannon Rd or E Brannon Rd.
All thru lanes toward Lexington are open.
Police directing.

[LexingtonKY EM @LexKYEM]

Tuesday brings severe storms to Lexington. The main threat is straight-line winds with hail, tornadoes, & possible flash flooding. Have multiple ways to get weather alerts. Put away any loose outdoor furniture or lawn décor. Stay weather aware as these storms head to Lexington!

[City of Lexington Ky @LexingtonKyGov]

Both outbound (westbound) lanes are now open.  The inbound (eastbound) direction remains completely shut down.

[lexwrecks @lexwrecks]

Injury Collision:
Versailles Rd at Delmont Dr -
One vehicle overturned.
All inbound lanes are shut down and the outbound traffic is down to one lane.

[Live Green Lexington @livegreenlex]

☀️ Heat advisory waste collection info - changes will be in effect through July 31.

Residential curbside waste collection will start at 4:30am. This is for anyone who has City of Lexington waste, recycling & yard waste collection.

🌙 Put your carts out the night before!

[lexwrecks @lexwrecks]

Injury Collision:
Nicholasville Rd at W Lowry Ln -
All inbound lanes are blocked.
The outbound direction is down to one lane (right lane open).

[LexingtonKY EM @LexKYEM]

The city of Lexington will activate Phase One of the Heat Plan from Monday, June 29, to Thursday, July 2, 2026. Learn more about Phase One of the Heat Plan and heat safety on our website: https://t.co/1a4Bw1Pior

[City of Lexington Ky @LexingtonKyGov]

Some helpful reminders for your commute. Remember, report any outages and downed trees to LexCall by dialing 311.

[lexwrecks @lexwrecks]

Traffic Signals Dark Due to Power Outage:
N Broadway between W Fourth St and Ballpark Dr -
Use added caution and treat as a 4-way stop.

[lexwrecks @lexwrecks]

The Valley View Ferry is closed until further notice due to weather conditions.
https://t.co/cw9Sx7o6h4

[City of Lexington Ky @LexingtonKyGov]

Lexington is under a Flash Flood Warning until 10:45 a.m., Thursday, June 18. Flash flooding is possible for small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses, and other low-lying areas. Never drive through floodwaters or flooded roadways.

[City of Lexington Ky @LexingtonKyGov]

Lexington is under a Tornado Watch until 11 a.m., Thursday, June 18. Stay weather aware and monitor local news for updates. Make sure you have multiple ways to receive weather alerts! Don't be scared, be prepared

[Live Green Lexington @livegreenlex]

🚜🚛🚒 Are you ready for TRUCK-A-PALOOZA?

🗓️ Saturday, June 13
⏰ 9a-12:30p (quiet time 9-10:30)
🚚 All activities & parking FREE
🍕 Food available for purchase
‼️ NEW LOCATION
📍 Tates Creek High School, 1111 Centre Parkway
🔗 https://t.co/m4bGlANNGe

[Lexington Police @lexkypolice]

TRAFFIC ALERT – Newtown Pike at Nadino Blvd
Due to a collision outbound Newtown Pike just past Nandino Blvd is closed. There is a detour using Nandino Blvd. Officers are in the area directing traffic. Slow down & use another route. The closure is expected to last several hours.

[lexwrecks @lexwrecks]

🎓FCPS High School Graduations on Thursday June 4 at Rupp Arena:
Frederick Douglass at 10 a.m.
Henry Clay at 2 p.m.
Lafayette at 6 p.m.
Use added caution if traveling downtown. Expect increased congestion and watch for pedestrians.
Congratulations to all graduates and families!!

[lexwrecks @lexwrecks]

Traffic Signals Dark Due to Power Outage:
New Circle Rd at Boardwalk, Russell Cave Rd, Broadway, and Old Paris Rd.
W Loudon Ave and Russell Cave Rd.
Use added caution and treat as a 4-way stop.

[lexwrecks @lexwrecks]

Injury Collision:
Inbound Tates Creek Rd at Tates Creek Centre Dr -
Multiple vehicles reportedly involved. All inbound lanes are shut down.

[lexwrecks @lexwrecks]

Traffic Signals Dark Due to Power Outage:
Various traffic signals are dark in the area reported by KU. Use added caution at intersections with dark traffic signals and treat as 4-way stops.

[Live Green Lexington @livegreenlex]

Spring cleaning? It’s almost HHW Day!
📅Sat 5/16, 8:30a-3p
📍1631 Old Frankfort Pk via Jimmie Campbell Dr

✅Fill out the survey
📺Pack your electronics in their own box - they will be collected separately
ℹ️Acceptable materials, survey & other info at https://t.co/c1xbouGaCQ

[lexwrecks @lexwrecks]

UPDATE 2:22 p.m. -
The middle and left lanes of I-75N are back open.
The right lane of I-75N, along with the on-ramps from Man O War to 75N remain closed for vehicle removal.

[lexwrecks @lexwrecks]

⚠️UPDATE⚠️
Leestown Rd is now shut down in both directions between New Circle Rd and Greendale Rd. Several Fire units on scene of a reportedly ruptured gas line.