WKU Meteorology

Discussion of Mid-South weather and climate and information about the WKU Meteorology program

WKU Meteorology - Discussion of Mid-South weather and climate and information about the WKU Meteorology program

2nd major Louisville flooding event this year

1. The majority of us in the mid south have seen periods of storms over the weekend, just enough to cancel those late afternoon and evening outdoor plans for some. However, Sunday night our friends to the north in Louisville saw the training of thunderstorms from south to north across the metro area and with rainfall rates over an inch an hour.  This led to rapid rises in streams, creeks and other collectors of water. This was labeled a flash flood emergency by the NWS in Louisville with several water rescues.  The forecast for this week is also included in this post. Continue reading