Inclement weather persists for Central Kentucky
Signage, barriers and cones for high water should remain in place
LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 6, 2025) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises that the D7 Office continues to monitor the weather pattern closely. The forecast includes one more day of showers with rain ending after Monday. Colder weather will follow, with freezing temperatures Monday and Tuesday night.
When necessary, maintenance crews place signage, barriers and cones in areas that have high water and flooding. When the water recedes, and roads are deemed safe, “Road Closed” signs, barriers and cones will be removed.
Motorists should never drive around signage, cones or barriers. They are placed for the safety of the traveling public. Roads that are flooded or damaged may not be visible until it’s too late. It is of the utmost importance that cones, barriers and signage not be removed or relocated to different areas.
Heavy rain can reduce visibility and present danger for hydroplaning while driving. Hydroplaning occurs when the tires drive over wet pavement or standing water and lose contact with the road surface. This results in a loss of traction and an inability to steer the vehicle. Hydroplaning can occur at any speed under the right combination of conditions.
Drivers should utilize alternate routes instead of driving through low areas that are prone to flooding. Motorists should never attempt to drive through standing or flowing water.
Information and updates:
District 7 includes Anderson, Bourbon, Boyle, Clark, Fayette, Garrard, Jessamine, Madison, Mercer, Montgomery, Scott and Woodford Counties.
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