A low pressure system tracked from Texas across Kentucky during the afternoon and evening of Feb. 24.  The warm front associated with this low was able to move north to around the Bluegrass Parkway with the cold front sweeping through overnight.  Despite limited instability, strong low level winds and shear were enough to support some severe thunderstorms across south central Kentucky.  In addition, with precipitable water values near 1.5 inches, these storms were able to produce heavy rains.  This led to flash flooding across south central Kentucky as well.

Thunderstorm Wind in LOGAN, KENTUCKY
From 24-FEB-11 20:50:00 to 24-FEB-11 20:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: OAKVILLE
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

A barn and a shed were destroyed near the intersection of Highway 431 and Highway 2371.  A double wide mobile home sustained some siding damage just south of this location.

Thunderstorm Wind in LOGAN, KENTUCKY
From 24-FEB-11 20:50:00 to 24-FEB-11 20:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: JERICO
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

A tree was blown down on Highway 431.

Thunderstorm Wind in BUTLER, KENTUCKY
From 24-FEB-11 20:56:00 to 24-FEB-11 20:56:00 (CST-6)
Location: GRANCER
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

Butler county Department of Highways reported trees down across Al Emery Road and Brooklyn Chapel Road near Brooklyn.

Thunderstorm Wind in LOGAN, KENTUCKY
From 24-FEB-11 21:35:00 to 24-FEB-11 21:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: WILLIAMS STORE
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

A double wide mobile home was damaged near Oakville.  An adult female was trapped inside.  The extent of any injuries is unknown.

Thunderstorm Wind in WARREN, KENTUCKY
From 24-FEB-11 22:00:00 to 24-FEB-11 22:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: BOWLING GREEN
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

The cinder block wall of a car wash was blown in.

Thunderstorm Wind in SIMPSON, KENTUCKY
From 24-FEB-11 22:10:00 to 24-FEB-11 22:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: HICKORY FLAT
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A tree was blown down across Highway 100.

Thunderstorm Wind in BARREN, KENTUCKY
From 24-FEB-11 22:20:00 to 24-FEB-11 22:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: RAILTON
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A garage was damaged on Littrell Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in ADAIR, KENTUCKY
From 24-FEB-11 23:00:00 to 24-FEB-11 23:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: COLUMBIA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcements reported a tree blown down near Columbia.

Thunderstorm Wind in LARUE, KENTUCKY
From 24-FEB-11 23:00:00 to 24-FEB-11 23:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: MAGNOLIA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: NWS Employee

A barn roof was damaged on Parkers Grove Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in TAYLOR, KENTUCKY
From 24-FEB-11 23:55:00 to 24-FEB-11 23:55:00 (EST-5)
Location: ACTON
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

A tree was blown down and was blocking State Highway 2784 near KY 70.

Thunderstorm Wind in LARUE, KENTUCKY
From 24-FEB-11 23:00:00 to 24-FEB-11 23:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: MAGNOLIA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: NWS Employee

A barn roof was damaged near Charlie Ragland Rd. and US 31E.

Thunderstorm Wind in CLINTON, KENTUCKY
From 24-FEB-11 23:35:00 to 24-FEB-11 23:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: STATIC
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The Nashville, TN WFO conducted a storm survey in Pickett county, TN and Clinton county, KY.  The survey found that a microburst produced straight line winds of 80 mph and damage on both sides of the state line.

Thunderstorm Wind in BARREN, KENTUCKY
From 24-FEB-11 22:15:00 to 24-FEB-11 22:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: RAILTON
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 40.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported two barns were destroyed near Railton.

Thunderstorm Wind in BOYLE, KENTUCKY
From 24-FEB-11 23:58:00 to 24-FEB-11 23:58:00 (EST-5)
Location: PERRYVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Several large trees were blown down on Battlefield Rd. in Perryville Battlefield State Park.  Some of the trees were up to 22 inches in diameter.

Flash Flood in BARREN, KENTUCKY
From 24-FEB-11 23:25:00 to 24-FEB-11 23:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: TEMPLE HILL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Bull Dog Rd. was closed due to flooding.

Flash Flood in BARREN, KENTUCKY
From 24-FEB-11 23:25:00 to 24-FEB-11 23:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: FREEDOM
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Crabtree Rd. was closed due to flooding.

Thunderstorm Wind in BARREN, KENTUCKY
From 24-FEB-11 22:15:00 to 24-FEB-11 22:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: RED CROSS
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Multiple trees were blown down in western parts of Barren county.

Flash Flood in ALLEN, KENTUCKY
From 24-FEB-11 23:20:00 to 24-FEB-11 23:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: RED HILL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Old Franklin Rd. was closed at several locations due to flooding.