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Get updates and resources on the April flooding in Louisville

Historic rainfall brought flooding to Louisville and surrounding areas this weekend.

A flooded road under and overpass, with three cars stuck in the water, which is around two feet deep.

Never try to drive through a flooded road — just a foot of moving water can carry away a car.

Photo by MSD

Louisville and parts of the surrounding area are under a flood warning until today, April 7 at 12 p.m., and the areas around the Ohio River are under river flood warnings until further notice.

All of southern Indiana and central Kentucky will be under a freeze watch starting at 1 a.m. Tuesday, April 8. Bring the plants inside, and take steps to protect your pipes.

April showers abounded this weekend, with Louisville seeing almost 6 inches of rain as of Saturday afternoon. Here are some updates on resources, school + road closures, and how to stay safe.

Updates

The Ohio River is expected to crest at 35.6 feet at the McAlpine upper lock and 67.9 feet at the lower lock by Tuesday, April 8. This crest is 5-7 feet higher than February’s flooding.

MSD has installed closures along the flood wall system, so some roads may be blocked or flooded. Check the updated list of closures and never drive through standing or moving water.

Louisville’s sewer system has been at capacity for several days, with a risk of overflow throughout the Metro Area. Here are some tips to keep your self and property safe:

  • Avoid contact with river water, standing water, or drainage until 48 hours after the rain has stopped
  • Throw out food or medicine that may have been in contact with flood water
  • Wear boots, gloves, and a mask if you’re cleaning up flooded areas
  • Avoid putting a large amount of water into your drains — think: washing machines and dishwashers.

Schools are closed in Bullitt, Hardin, and other counties around the state. Other schools, including JCPS, Nelson County, and UofL, are on virtual instruction.

The federal government approved a declaration of emergency in Kentucky, Arkansas, and Tennessee, allowing FEMA to provide relief.

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