Following the severe storms that hit the region on Wednesday night and triggered multiple tornado warnings in Caldwell County, Emergency Management Director Joey McCaslin reports that everything seems to be going well Thursday morning.
According to McCaslin, no structural damage has been found as a result of the storms.
With additional severe storms anticipated in the coming days, McCaslin notes that the Caldwell County Courthouse will act as the primary storm shelter, and they will adapt as the situation unfolds.
McCaslin advises residents to keep their cell phones charged and turned on overnight to receive any watches or warnings and to stay tuned to local media if severe weather develops again.
Meanwhile, Caldwell County Road Superintendent David Waldrum reported that as of 3:00 Thursday afternoon the following county roads were impassable due to high water: Pleasant Valley Road, Cannon Road, and Longbreak Road. He also advised motorists against driving around posted closed road signs.
To report county road issues, Waldrum said to call 270-365-6005 and leave a message, or contact the non-emergency number at Dispatch, and the appropriate agency will be notified.
Additionally, Public Works Superintendent Chris Pool reported that his crews have not found any damage or significant flooding within the city of Princeton so far. He requested that residents be patient with the crews on Thursday as they work to inspect and clean drains and ditches throughout the city.
Officials with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet are reporting that high water signs have been placed on KY 91 North between the 17.5-17.8 and the 18.5-19.2 mile markers, and KY 91 South at the 11.6 mile marker at Cadiz Street.
As of Thursday morning, the Mesonet site in Caldwell County had recorded 2.71 inches of rain.
