High voter turnout, increased calls for voter registration in Fayette County

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – Voting polls across Central Kentucky are very busy and election officials say that is to be expected during a presidential election.

Though the polls were not open until 6 a.m. — voters stood in line as early as 5 a.m.

The Fayette County Clerk’s Office says their phone lines are also busy with calls to confirm voter registration.

Elections Manager, Tracy Merriman says her office anticipated a lot of activity with the presidential, senate and house races.

Only on precinct reported issues with their machines –that forced them to open a half hour late.

According to the clerks office, extra machines were also brought into the polls with the most traffic to avoid further problems.

If you are not sure of where to vote visit this link to the State Board of Elections .

Polls are open till 6 p.m. Voters will be allowed to vote as long as they are in line before then.