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The death toll from last week's historic flooding has risen to seven, Governor Andy Beshear said via X Thursday.
According to Beshear, one person from Bullitt, Carroll, Franklin, McCracken, Nelson, Pendleton, and Trigg Counties have died.
"Please add these families to your prayers," the governor said. "Let’s show them we love them and they’re not alone during this difficult time."
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Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced on Tuesday that the death toll from last week's flooding has risen to five.
"This has been a tough few days," Beshear said. "Let’s show everyone hurting that we love them and we’re there for them."
This count includes a 27-year-old man from McCraken County, an adult from Nelson County, and a9-year-old from Frankfort.
Residents from across the state are still reeling from the impacts of the flooding. Water remains high in multiple communities, including Frankfort, and multiple roadways remain covered.
