Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency ahead of heavy rain set to hit the area. Beshear said significant rain could prompt a "major weather event." Sign up for our Newsletters Two to five inches of rain is expected across the commonwealth and could result in river flooding across the state.

Gov. Andy Beshear said he’s alerting swift-water rescue teams and national guard helicopters in preparation for the storm.

We want everyone to be careful,” Gov. Beshear said. “The amount of rain coming down will make it hard to drive, and flash flooding, especially across our roads, can create dangerous conditions."

Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency Friday as a flood watch is in effect for early Saturday, Feb. 15, through midday Sunday, Feb. 16.

Gov. Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency ahead of the heavy rain expected to hit the Bluegrass this weekend.

Governor Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency as a heavy rainstorm is set to hit the Commonwealth, bringing with it the potential for significant flooding.