
How to help Kentucky flood victims
CNN
Catastrophic flooding in portions of eastern Kentucky has killed at least 25 people and could leave hundreds without homes. Governor Andy Beshear said the death toll is expected to rise and the destruction is far from over.
Heavy rains and floodwaters took residents by surprise overnight Wednesday with some houses completely lost to the waters in less than an hour. More than 9 inches of rain fell in some areas of eastern Kentucky and more is expected in the coming days.

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