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Philadelphia InquirerNews report · Jun 27, 10:52 PM
4 dead amid flooding caused by heavy rains, Kentucky governor says
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear says four people have died due to flooding from thunderstorms in that state
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Four dead in Kentucky flooding after extensive rainfall
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear says four people have died due to flooding from thunderstorms in that state
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What happened Four dead in Kentucky flooding after extensive rainfall, governor says.
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WDSU New Orleans (Hearst)News report · Jun 28, 12:08 AM
Four dead in Kentucky flooding after extensive rainfall
Four dead in Kentucky flooding after extensive rainfall, governor says
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WCVB Boston (Hearst)News report · Jun 28, 12:08 AM
Four dead in Kentucky flooding after extensive rainfall
Four dead in Kentucky flooding after extensive rainfall, governor says
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WMUR9 (Hearst, Manchester NH)News report · Jun 28, 12:08 AM
Four dead in Kentucky flooding after extensive rainfall
Four dead in Kentucky flooding after extensive rainfall, governor says
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WTAE Pittsburgh (Hearst)News report · Jun 28, 12:08 AM
Four dead in Kentucky flooding after extensive rainfall
Four dead in Kentucky flooding after extensive rainfall, governor says
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WBAL Baltimore (Hearst)News report · Jun 28, 12:08 AM
Four dead in Kentucky flooding after extensive rainfall
Four dead in Kentucky flooding after extensive rainfall, governor says
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KCRA3 Sacramento (Hearst)News report · Jun 28, 12:08 AM
Four dead in Kentucky flooding after extensive rainfall
Four dead in Kentucky flooding after extensive rainfall, governor says
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The New York TimesNews report · Jun 27, 11:40 PM
At Least 4 Dead in Kentucky Flooding, Governor Says
Gov. Andy Beshear of Kentucky said emergency crews were rescuing people from flooded homes and vehicles on Saturday. Rain was expected to continue into the night.
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The Guardian USNews report · Jun 27, 11:14 PM
Four people have died from flash floods in Kentucky, governor says
Floods caused by thunderstorms that have dumped inches of rain on Kentucky and Indiana, with more possible Andy Beshear, the Kentucky governor, says four people have died as a result of fla...
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Straight Arrow NewsNews report · Jun 27, 11:10 PM
Flash flooding leads to fatalities, state of emergency in Kentucky
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency Saturday because of flash flooding that has led to multiple fatalities.
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WLWT Cincinnati (Hearst)News report · Jun 27, 10:54 PM
Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency as severe flooding hits parts of Kentucky
Gov. Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency across Kentucky as a round of severe weather moves through the state this weekend.
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Pittsburgh Post-GazetteNews report · Jun 27, 10:53 PM
4 dead amid flooding caused by heavy rains, Kentucky governor says
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Washington's Top News (WTOP)News report · Jun 27, 10:52 PM
4 dead amid flooding caused by heavy rains, Kentucky governor says
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Four people have died due to flooding from thunderstorms in Kentucky, Gov. Andy Beshear said Saturday,…
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The Seattle TimesNews report · Jun 27, 10:41 PM
4 dead amid flooding caused by heavy rains, Kentucky governor says
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear says four people have died due to flooding from thunderstorms in that state.
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NBC News - US NewsNews report · Jun 27, 10:27 PM
Kentucky flash floods kill at least 3 people with rescue operations ongoing
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At least three people have died in flash floods caused by heavy rain and multiple thunderstorms in Kentucky, officials said, with additional fatalities expected to be confirmed soon.
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WMUR Hearst WLKY32 (Louisville)News report · Jun 27, 9:59 PM
PHOTOS: Heavy rain across Kentucky has led to major flooding, damage
Heavy rain has led to major flooding across the state.
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WISN12 Milwaukee (Hearst)News report · Jun 27, 8:59 PM
Kentucky governor declares state of emergency as flash flooding worsens across the state
Gov. Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency as flash flooding and severe weather continue to impact much of Kentucky.
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WGAL8 (Hearst, Lancaster)News report · Jun 27, 8:59 PM
Kentucky governor declares state of emergency as flash flooding worsens across the state
Gov. Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency as flash flooding and severe weather continue to impact much of Kentucky.
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WXII12 (Hearst, Greensboro)News report · Jun 27, 8:59 PM
Kentucky governor declares state of emergency as flash flooding worsens across the state
Gov. Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency as flash flooding and severe weather continue to impact much of Kentucky.
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WYFF4 (Hearst, Greenville)News report · Jun 27, 8:59 PM
Kentucky governor declares state of emergency as flash flooding worsens across the state
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Gov. Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency as flash flooding and severe weather continue to impact much of Kentucky.
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WMTW8 (Hearst, Portland ME)News report · Jun 27, 8:59 PM
Kentucky governor declares state of emergency as flash flooding worsens across the state
Gov. Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency as flash flooding and severe weather continue to impact much of Kentucky.
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KMBC9 (Hearst, Kansas City)News report · Jun 27, 8:59 PM
Kentucky governor declares state of emergency as flash flooding worsens across the state
Gov. Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency as flash flooding and severe weather continue to impact much of Kentucky.
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WGAL Susquehanna / KOAT7 (Hearst, Albuquerque)News report · Jun 27, 8:59 PM
Kentucky governor declares state of emergency as flash flooding worsens across the state
Gov. Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency as flash flooding and severe weather continue to impact much of Kentucky.
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WKRN News2 (Nexstar, Nashville)News report · Jun 27, 8:32 PM
Kentucky governor declares state of emergency due to severe weather, flooding
The Kentucky governor asked drivers to stay off the roads after dark due to flooding and limited visibility amid severe weather.
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