Nelson Co Emergency Management Public Information

The Official Page of the Nelson County, Kentucky Emergency Management Public Information Office. This site is not monitored 24/7. In an emergency, dial 911.

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Nelson County is under a Winter Storm WARNING until Weds, Feb 19 at noon. Expect snow and cold temps in the morning #kywx #winterweather #snow

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Shovel SMART Nelson County! #kywx #wintersafety

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Shoveling heavy, wet snow can cause back injuries and heart attacks, Don’t push yourself! Take frequent breaks. Stop shoveling entirely if you feel exhausted.
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Avoid Springfield Road and Pottershop Loop in Bardstown. Ky. State Police are reconstructing a fatal accident. The roadway could be shut down for several hours.

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With the potential for storms as the remnants of Hurricane Helene heads for Kentucky, make sure that you are able to receive real time alerts on any approaching weather conditions or other emergency situations. Sign up for free at https://t.co/FDKvzjPV0T.
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Rain chances will steadily increase tonight, with the rainiest and windiest conditions expected on Friday as the remnants of Hurricane Helene affect the region. Heavy rains and local flooding are possible on Friday. Wind gusts to 35 to 50 mph are possible.
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A few strong storms may be possible early this morning, but the bigger threat for severe weather will arrive later tonight and continue into early Wednesday morning.
#BeWeatherAware #beprepared #kywx

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Sleet is falling across Nelson County. Use extra caution on the roadways. Slow down and give yourself extra time to reach your destination. Of course, if you don't have to get out stay in and off the roads, #kywx #winterweathersafety #SlowDown

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Members of Nelson County Fire and Rescue participated in a live burn training exercise on Saturday, February 10. Such exercises allow firefighters to train with live fire in a controlled environment. Nelson County Emergency Management also took part in the training. #trainingday

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The area remains under a Winter Weather Advisory through 7 am Tuesday (1/16/24). Gov. Beshear has declared a State of Emergency. Travel is discouraged when possible. If you must be out, be sure to carry an emergency kit in your vehicle and dress warmly. #kywx #BeWeatherAware

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If you must be out today (Sun), be sure to take measures to keep yourself warm. and safe. Wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing, wear a hat or head covering, cover your mouth and wear mittens.
Wind chills as low as 1.
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HIGH WIND WARNING * Wind gusts this morning will gradually increase in intensity, peaking this afternoon and early evening. Widespread gust over 50 mph expected, with sporadic gusts of 58 mph or more this afternoon and early evening. Gusts overnight will range from 40 to 50 mph.

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Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 7:01PM EDT until July 18 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY

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Scattered strong to severe storms are expected to develop across the region this afternoon. Main concerns are damaging winds and lightning. #kywx #beweatheraware #smart911

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Severe Thunderstorm WARNING for Northeastern Nelson County until 4:15 pm. #beweatheraware #kywx #beprepared

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Nelson County is under a Severe Thunderstorm WARNING until 3:45 pm. High winds and large hail are possible. #beweatheraware #kywx #beprepared

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Nelson County is under a Severe Thunderstorm WATCH until 9:00 pm.

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Expect more clusters of thunderstorms today, with strong to severe storms possible this afternoon into this evening. Damaging winds will be the main threat, with large hail and locally heavy rain also possible, mainly from 2-10 PM EDT. #kywx #BeWeatherAware #beprepared

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The latest forecasts suggest that a couple of rounds of strong to severe thunderstorms will be possible across the region today and tonight.

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Nelson County Alert: 

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued June 25 at 9:59PM EDT until June 25 at 10:30PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY for Northern Nelson County in central Kentucky until 1030 PM EDT.

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Nelson County is no longer under any warnings. However, a Tornado WATCH remains in effect until 11:00 pm.