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Richmond, KY
12:47 am, Oct 1, 2026
temperature icon 65°F
few clouds
Humidity: 75 %
Wind Gust: 0 mph
Clouds: 16%
Sunrise: 7:32 am
Sunset: 7:20 pm
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Latest District 7 Road Closures/Re-openings

The current road blockages/openings for District 7 are below. Bourbon County – US 460 US 460 between Paris and North Middletown is now open. Bourbon and Clark Counties – KY 57 KY 57 between North Middletown (Bourbon Co.) and Winchester (Clark Co.) remains closed due to accidents. Scott County – Interstate 75 NB the road […]

KYTC: Snow Updates and Reminder of Black Ice Issues

District 7 personnel worked overnight plowing and treating routes. Crews continue the work this morning and throughout today. Salt and calcium treatments have increased effectiveness once temperatures rise. The public is advised to stay home if at all possible. If you must travel, drive very slowly with complete attention focused on the road. Interstates and […]

Madison County Announces Tornado Storm Debris Removal for Union City Area of Madison County

Judge-Executive Reagan Taylor announced today the Madison County Road Department will be launching a Tornado Relief Debris Removal program. The program will be part of the County response to the Emergency Declaration declared by Judge Executive Reagan Taylor on January 2, 2022. “There is no doubt the tornadoes that ripped through northeast Madison County, specifically […]

Two EF-1 Tornadoes Confirmed in Madison County

Two tornadoes have now been confirmed in Madison County. According to the National Weather Service, damage incurred along Highway 595 north of the Kirksville community was done by a tornado, rated as an EF-1. Several barns and homes were damaged during this weather event in Northern Madison County. Meanwhile, another storm produced a tornado in […]

Tips to Keep in Mind When Disposing of Storm Debris

Residents with disaster-generated debris from the severe storms and tornadoes in Kentucky should follow instructions from local officials about sorting materials and placing on the curb for collection. Localities frequently ask residents to sort debris into various categories. Electronics. Examples: television, computer, audio equipment, phone, DVD player Hazardous Waste. Examples: oil, batteries, pesticides, cleaning supplies, compressed […]

Hazardous Weather Outlook issued for Madison and other area Counties

A hazardous weather outlook has been issued for portions of south central Indiana and Central Kentucky by the National Weather Service. Including Madison, Fayette, Nicholas, and Garrard, in our viewing area. .DAY ONE…Today and Tonight. The pressure gradient will tighten across the region today. Expect wind gusts of 25-30 mph this afternoon and this evening. […]

Beshear Updates Storm Death Toll, Options to Donate to Victims

Gov. Andy Beshear updated Kentuckians on his administration’s response to the Dec. 11 quad-state tornado. First Lady Britainy Beshear joined him to announce the Western Kentucky Christmas Toy Drive for impacted families. The Governor said: At least 74 Kentuckians are confirmed dead from the tornado outbreak. Newly reported deaths: one in Graves County; four in Hopkins County; […]

Beshear: Flags to Half-Staff for One Week in Honor of Tornado Victims

Gov. Andy Beshear has directed that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff for one week in honor of the Kentuckians who were lost to or have been impacted by the tornado events of Friday night/Saturday morning, Dec. 10-11. Flags at state office buildings should be lowered to half-staff beginning at sunrise […]

FLOOD WARNINGS FOR MADISON & OTHER AREA COUNTIES IN EFFECT UNTIL 1145 AM

FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 1145 AM EST THIS MORNING Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is occurring in portions of EAST CENTRAL Kentucky and SOUTH CENTRAL Kentucky, including the following areas, Garrard and Madison and Lincoln. Until 1145 AM EST. Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. […]