Heavy rain and strong storm threat continues through the weekend
Stay Weather Aware over the weekend!
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – A soggy pattern continues across central and eastern Kentucky today as a stalled frontal boundary remains parked over the region. That front will serve as a focus for repeated rounds of showers and storms, with localized flash flooding and a few strong storms possible.
A Flood Watch remains in effect through 8 PM Friday for eastern Kentucky, where the ground is already saturated from recent heavy rainfall. Be alert if you’re in low-lying or flood-prone areas — especially near creeks and streams that respond quickly to intense rainfall.
What to Expect Today
Scattered showers and thunderstorms will be ongoing or redeveloping throughout the day. Not everyone will see continuous rain, but training or slow-moving storms could drop 1–2 inches of rain in a short period, which may lead to flash flooding — particularly in areas that saw heavier rainfall on Thursday.
In addition to the flooding concern, the Storm Prediction Center (SPC) highlights much of central and eastern Kentucky — especially along and south of I-64 — in a Marginal Risk (Level 1 of 5) for isolated strong to severe storms. A few storms may produce gusty winds, torrential downpours, and frequent lightning.
Looking Ahead: Storm Clusters This Weekend, Then Increasing Heat
The active pattern continues into the weekend, with organized storm clusters likely both Saturday and Sunday. The Weather Prediction Center (WPC) has placed eastern and parts of central Kentucky under a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 4) for flash flooding on both days.
If you’re camping or hiking this weekend, especially near creeks or in low-lying areas, make sure you have a way to receive weather alerts and know your evacuation routes in case a Flash Flood Warning is issued.
Next week, a stronger ridge builds in from the south, bringing hotter and more humid weather. Afternoon highs will climb into the upper 80s and lower 90s, with heat index values likely reaching 100–105°F or higher by midweek.
Stay Weather Aware
It’s not an “Impact Weather Day” just yet, but given the continued risk of flooding and isolated strong storms, stay alert today and through the weekend. Keep an eye on radar, and if you’re outdoors or traveling, turn around, don’t drown if you encounter flooded roadways.
We’ll keep you updated with any alerts or forecast changes as conditions evolve.
