Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear issued a state of emergency ahead of the severe weather headed for his state.
“This is the worst forecast that I’ve seen as Governor,” Beshear said in a statement. “I am declaring a state of emergency so that we can be prepared.”
Forecasters warned of enhanced risk for severe storms, Level 3 of 5, in areas of the state including Louisville. The main threats are isolated long-track tornadoes, damaging winds and large hail.
Kentuckians are expected to be sheltered by 5 p.m. local time (6 p.m. ET).
“I don’t want to lose one more Kentuckian, so everybody be safe,” Beshear added.
The governor also advised for all state office buildings to close by 3 p.m. CST on Friday.
Elsewhere Friday, a rare Level 5 out of 5 alert has been issued for parts of the Midwest and South, impacting nearly 3 million people Friday evening.
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