COVINGTON, Ky. — Two Northern Kentucky counties have declared a state of emergency after storms brought heavy rain, flooding, mudslides and more this week.
Campbell County Judge/Executive Steve Pendery said in a press release the state of emergency allows emergency resources to be fully activated to support recovery efforts and protect the safety and well-being of residents.
"Widespread flooding has impacted our homes, businesses, and roads," said Judge/Executive Steve Pendery. "I want to personally thank our first responders, road department crews, and those community members who have worked around the clock to keep our community safe."
If you can, consider donating to help those who are affected by these most recent major floods here.
Kenton County Judge/Executive Kris Knochelmann said a damage assessment will be conducted in the coming days, but several areas remain inaccessible due to flooding. The county's Office of Emergency Management will work with local jurisdictions as relief efforts begin.
Below is a current list of road closures in Kenton County:
- Decoursey Pike (KY 177) at Conley Road (7.4 mile point)
- Locust Pike (KY 1930) near Locust Pike Park (1.5 to 2.5 mile point)
- Locust Pike (KY 1930) between Wards Lane (5.94 mile point) and Red Row Lane (5.69 mile point)
- Decoursey Pike (KY 177) near Washboard Road between 3.8 and 4.7 mile points
- River Road (KY 8) between Amsterdam Road (KY 371) (0.01 mile point) and Lagoon Street (3.78 mile ponit)
- KY 14 (Rich Road) between Hempfling Road and Cruise Creek Road (6.4 to 6.8 mile points)
According to Campbell County's release, the Campbell County Office of Emergency Management has begun working with Kentucky Emergency Management to coordinate damage assessments and disaster recovery assistance.
"This is one of the most widespread flooding events our county has seen in years," said William R. Turner, Director of the Campbell County Office of Emergency Management. "Our team is working around the clock with local and state partners to assess the damage and get help where it’s needed most. We ask residents to stay alert, avoid flooded areas, and sign up for Smart911 — it’s one of the best ways to stay informed and protect your family."
The county is encouraging anyone who has damage as a result of the storms and floodwaters to click here to submit a report.
If anyone needs a large item hauled away, Campbell County Trash Voucher Program is providing free, unlimited trash vouchers for those impacted by the flooding. Visit Campbell County's website for more information.
Campbell County officials said one of the biggest challenges has been road closures caused by high water and mudslides.
One of the worst examples of this was on Friday, when a portion of Mary Ingles Highway in Campbell County was closed due to a mudslide. The road has since reopened.
Below is a current road closure list in Campbell County:
- E Main Street (KY 10) at the corner of Redstone Road. (3.4 to 3.65 mile points) One lane closed in the area due to damaged pavement.
- Mary Ingles Highway (KY 8) closed at Industrial Road (2.9 mile point)
- Mary Ingles Highway (KY 6335) near the Riverside Marina (0.65 mile point)
- Washington Trace Road and Painter Road (KY 2921) closed between Oneonta Road (KY 1566) and Mary Ingles Highway (KY 8) (0.0 mile point to 2.21 mile point)
- Three Mile Road (KY 2238) between Johns Hill Road (KY 2345) and the nearby pump station. (2.44 to 2.19 mile points)
- Pond Creek Road (KY 1936) at the corner Visalia Road (6.8 mile point)
- River Road (KY 445) at 1.6 mile point. This is located between Delta Ave. and Mary Ingles Highway (KY 6635)
- Oneonta Road (KY 1566) between Stonehouse Road (KY 1997) and Mary Ingles Highway (KY 8) (mile points 0.0 to 1.8)
