Torrential rains have devastated eastern Kentucky, with the area's governor Andy Beshear declaring a state of emergency in six counties
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At least 15 people have been killed after flash flooding in eastern Kentucky following a series of storms. Torrential rains have devastated the area, with its governor Andy Beshear declaring a state of emergency in six counties."We are currently experiencing one of the worst, most devastating flooding events in Kentucky's history," he said."Hundreds will lose their homes."
Among the dead was an 81-year-old woman in Perry County, and the local authorities say several people are unaccounted for."Heartbreakingly, we can confirm at least 15 deaths, but we expect that number to grow," Mr Beshear tweeted on Friday."Our teams are working around the clock to help those impacted. I want to thank the heroic first responders... and others."
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