Brief chance for rain tonight and temps sink to the mid 20s

The start of the work week brings a much needed break from the rain. Parts of central Kentucky still under several feet of water due to the deadly flooding. Several counties reporting between 8-10 inches of rain in the past week. There is a chance for brief showers tonight as a cold front sinks to the east/southeast, but it should…

Mercer County floods force drinking water giveaway

Crews distribute water at fairgrounds as emergency supply dwindles

HARRODSBURG, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Historic floods are impacting numerous communities across Kentucky—and also having a major effect on clean drinking water. It’s a challenge residents in Mercer County are currently faced with. On Monday, officials in Harrodsburg worked to address that issue. A long line of cars and multiple pallets of drinking water—that was the scene at…

Kentucky State Police says missing man’s body recovered from floodwaters

UPDATE FROM KSP: ***UPDATE*** KEVIL, Ky. (April 7, 2025) – The deceased body of Lee Chandler has been recovered from floodwaters. Kentucky State Police, Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, McCracken County Sheriff’s Department, McCracken County Rescue Squad, Ballard County Sheriff’s Department, Ballard County Rescue Squad, Marshall County Rescue Squad, and Trigg County Rescue Squad assisted in the recovery of…

‘The water came up really quick’: Frankfort residents react to historic flooding

  FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Niehgborhoods, communties and businesses in Frankfort are working to recover after being hit by devastating flooding. Officials say it’s now a waiting game as to when flood waters recede and the cleanup process begins. James Cornish’s family lives in the Bellepoint neighborhood. He says he hasn’t seen flooding like this since 1978….

Skies finally clear out on Monday

As skies clear out temperatures will be dropping tonight as a Freeze Warning is out for most of the area

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – After days of torrential rain, storms, and significant flooding across central and eastern Kentucky, we’re finally catching a break… at least for now. The sun is breaking through, and Monday is shaping up to be a much quieter weather day across the Commonwealth. But don’t let the sunshine fool you—big swings in temperatures…

Mercer County handing out bottled water

HARRODSBURG, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Mercer County residents are running on the city’s stored water supply, which officials say will not last throughout the entire day. According to the City of Harrodsburg, the water treatment plant had to be shut down, prompting the urgent call for conservation. In response, officials are distributing bottled water to Mercer County residents only…

Another soggy day today but drier weather is on the way

More rain for central and eastern Kentucky today as a stationary boundary slowly moves to the south and east.  A flood watch is still in effect for Fayette and surrounding counties through western Kentucky with flash flood warnings for areas along the Kentucky River. Casey County reporting over 9 inches of rain in the past 5 days and Mercer County…

Weather Impact Day: Strong storms and heavy rain return Saturday evening

Another round of storms and heavy rain will increase the flash flooding threat across the region

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Our historic weather pattern continues on Saturday evening has strong-to-severe thunderstorms will increase the flash flooding threat overnight. There’s a Level 2 out of 5 Severe Risk for most of the ABC 36 viewing area. Damaging wind gusts will be the primary threat, but there is a spin-up tornado threat especially across the…

Jager Burton, with newfound confidence, becoming a leader for UK football

"I feel like I finally have that confidence back where I know I can play. I know the coaches trust and believe in me."

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- Jager Burton is a native Lexintonian, a former Mr. Kentucky Football and a Freshman All-SEC selection. He’s played in almost 40 games for Kentucky since joining from high school powerhouse Frederick Douglass four years ago. Experience is something he’s never lacked. But, since his first college season, confidence hasn’t been the easiest to come by….

Flooding impacts local businesses as Kentucky River continues to rise

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — The relentless flooding across Central Kentucky is now impacting local businesses as the Kentucky River continues to overflow its banks. Proud Mary’s BBQ, a popular riverside restaurant located just outside of Lexington, faced rapidly rising water levels Friday. According to the restaurant’s owner, Emilee Sierp, the river extended into their outdoor seating and bar…

Several roads closed due to high water in Mt. Sterling

MT. STERLING, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — People around Mt. Sterling say they’re used to flooding, and while the high waters can be an inconvenience, this isn’t the worst storm they’ve had to deal with. “Here in Montgomery County, we’ve actually been lucky enough not to have to deal with a storm other than the usual tree down, power…

Flooding rain and severe storm threat continues

Additional rounds of heavy rain and strong storms are expected

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – We’ve been stuck in an incredibly active and dangerous weather pattern—and unfortunately, it’s not letting up just yet. The stalled frontal boundary that’s been draped across the Commonwealth is finally beginning to lift northward, but not before dropping incredible rainfall totals. As of 10 a.m. Friday, the Kentucky Mesonet site near Liberty in…

Louisville businesses destroyed by severe weather

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — Crews are continuing to assess the damage left behind by severe storms that swept through Louisville Wednesday night and early Thursday morning. According to ABC affiliate WHAS 11, strong winds struck the Middletown area, particularly neighborhoods near the I-64 and Gene Snyder Interchange on the city’s east end. Officials say the storm caused significant…