A stalled frontal boundary across central Kentucky combined with very warm temperatures and high moisture resulted in several rounds of organized strong to severe storms across central Kentucky during the afternoon and evening hours July 5-7. In addition to widespread wind damage, downed trees and power lines, the repeated episodes of heavy rain resulted in flash flooding as well as river flooding across southern Kentucky.

Thunderstorm Wind in TAYLOR, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 15:57:00 to 07-JUL-16 15:57:00 (EST-5)
Location: CAMPBELLSVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported power lines down near the Amazon Fulfillment Center.

Thunderstorm Wind in BULLITT, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 15:57:00 to 07-JUL-16 15:57:00 (EST-5)
Location: CUPIO
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported a tree down off Highway 44 West in the western part of the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in NELSON, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 16:19:00 to 07-JUL-16 16:19:00 (EST-5)
Location: BARDSTOWN
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Local broadcast media reported a large tree uprooted in the area due to severe thunderstorm winds.

Thunderstorm Wind in CASEY, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 16:25:00 to 07-JUL-16 16:25:00 (EST-5)
Location: BEECH BOTTOM
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Trained spotters reported a tree snapped near its base, along with large limbs down between Liberty and the Marion County line. Another large tree was blocking Highway 49 northwest of Liberty.

Thunderstorm Wind in GREEN, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 14:40:00 to 07-JUL-16 14:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: CREAL
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Local broadcast media reported a tree snapped in half on Despain Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in WARREN, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 14:09:00 to 07-JUL-16 14:09:00 (CST-6)
Location: BROWNING
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported trees down in the area.

Thunderstorm Wind in CLINTON, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 14:50:00 to 07-JUL-16 14:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: ALBANY
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported numerous large trees down in the area due to severe thunderstorm winds.

Thunderstorm Wind in HARDIN, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 15:35:00 to 07-JUL-16 15:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: EASTVIEW
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

An off-duty NWS employee reported trees down across US 62 and Kentucky Highway 84.

Thunderstorm Wind in GRAYSON, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 14:18:00 to 07-JUL-16 14:18:00 (CST-6)
Location: BIG CLIFTY
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported large trees snapped in half along Morrison Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in TAYLOR, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 16:10:00 to 07-JUL-16 16:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: HATCHER
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported a large tree limb down and damaged a swing set on Blue Hole Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in JEFFERSON, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 13:12:00 to 06-JUL-16 13:12:00 (EST-5)
Location: AVOCA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS Storm Survey concluded that straight line winds resulted in about a dozen trees damaged and uprooted, including hardwoods such as oak and locust.

Flash Flood in ALLEN, KENTUCKY
From 05-JUL-16 19:18:00 to 05-JUL-16 19:18:00 (CST-6)
Location: NEW ROE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Allen County emergency manager reported numerous roads under water across southwest Allen County. Many roads were impassable including Stoney Point Road around the Alonzo and Adolphus areas.

Flash Flood in BUTLER, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 20:45:00 to 06-JUL-16 20:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: MORGANTOWN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Butler County emergency manager reported 4 to 6 inches of swiftly flowing water across Highway 231 near Woodbury Loop Road.

Flash Flood in BUTLER, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 23:02:00 to 06-JUL-16 23:02:00 (CST-6)
Location: BROOKLYN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Excessive rainfall resulted in flooded and impassable roadways near the intersection of Love Brooklyn and Brooklyn roads.

Flash Flood in SIMPSON, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 23:20:00 to 06-JUL-16 23:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: FRANKLIN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Trained spotters reported numerous roads across the county flooded and impassable.

Flash Flood in LOGAN, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 01:14:00 to 07-JUL-16 01:14:00 (CST-6)
Location: RUSSELLVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported a vehicle was submerged up to the roof with water on Emerson Bypass due to excessive heavy rainfall. A small house in a valley was flooded. Many roads in the area were closed as a result of the flash flooding.

Flash Flood in SIMPSON, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 02:06:00 to 07-JUL-16 02:06:00 (CST-6)
Location: HICKORY FLAT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Kentucky State Police reported several areas on Scottsville Road closed due to flash flooding.

Flash Flood in SIMPSON, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 13:52:00 to 07-JUL-16 13:52:00 (CST-6)
Location: FRANKLIN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported swiftly moving water 3 to 6 inches deep across roadways.

Flash Flood in EDMONSON, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 14:08:00 to 07-JUL-16 14:08:00 (CST-6)
Location: BROWNSVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported 4 bridges closed across the county due to high water flowing over them from excessive heavy rainfall.

Flash Flood in SIMPSON, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 15:30:00 to 07-JUL-16 15:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: HICKORY FLAT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Simpson County emergency manager reported that Scottsville Road at Highway 100 East was closed due to high water.

Flash Flood in SIMPSON, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 15:30:00 to 07-JUL-16 15:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: GOLD CITY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Simpson County emergency manager reported Gold City Road closed by high water.

Thunderstorm Wind in WARREN, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 13:05:00 to 06-JUL-16 13:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: BOWLING GREEN
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported numerous large trees and power lines down in the Bowling Green area and across the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in EDMONSON, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 14:04:00 to 06-JUL-16 14:04:00 (CST-6)
Location: CHALYBEATE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous large trees and power lines were reported down in the Chalybeate and Rhoda areas and near the intersection of Highway 101 and Highway 743.

Thunderstorm Wind in WARREN, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 14:09:00 to 06-JUL-16 14:09:00 (CST-6)
Location: ANNA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported metal siding and a roof blown off a building near Anna.

Thunderstorm Wind in BUTLER, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 14:09:00 to 06-JUL-16 14:09:00 (CST-6)
Location: REEDYVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Butler County emergency manager reported numerous large trees down, along with siding and fencing blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind in LOGAN, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 14:25:00 to 06-JUL-16 14:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: RUSSELLVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported numerous large trees and power lines down across the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in BARREN, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 14:45:00 to 06-JUL-16 14:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: AUSTIN
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Barren County emergency manager reported several downed trees and a barn blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind in EDMONSON, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 14:10:00 to 06-JUL-16 14:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: SEGAL
Magnitude: 53.00 MG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported a 53 knot wind gust along with power outages.

Thunderstorm Wind in EDMONSON, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 14:54:00 to 06-JUL-16 14:54:00 (CST-6)
Location: SWEEDEN
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

The local fire department reported a large tree down on a mobile home in Lindseyville.

Thunderstorm Wind in WARREN, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 15:22:00 to 06-JUL-16 15:22:00 (CST-6)
Location: BARREN RIVER
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported a barn fully engulfed in flames due to severe thunderstorm winds.

Flash Flood in BUTLER, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 23:02:00 to 06-JUL-16 23:02:00 (CST-6)
Location: DEXTERVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Butler County emergency manager reported McKendree Chapel Road near Highway 79 as flooded and impassable.

Flash Flood in WARREN, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 23:12:00 to 06-JUL-16 23:12:00 (CST-6)
Location: BOWLING GREEN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported Veterans Memorial underpass at the railroad on Russellville Road as flooded and impassable.

Thunderstorm Wind in EDMONSON, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 13:50:00 to 07-JUL-16 13:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: SUNFISH
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported a 100 pound roof blown off a livestock building and moved 50 feet. Tree limbs 5 to 6 inches in diameter were down as well.

Thunderstorm Wind in RUSSELL, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 15:12:00 to 07-JUL-16 15:12:00 (CST-6)
Location: OLGA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported a radio antenna snapped from its base due to severe thunderstorm winds.

Thunderstorm Wind in HANCOCK, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 13:28:00 to 07-JUL-16 13:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: LEWISPORT
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported trees down on a power line blocking Sand Hill Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in BUTLER, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 13:58:00 to 06-JUL-16 13:58:00 (CST-6)
Location: WOODBURY
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported numerous large trees down across the southern and western portions of the county including the Woodbury area.

Thunderstorm Wind in SIMPSON, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 14:42:00 to 06-JUL-16 14:42:00 (CST-6)
Location: FRANKLIN
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported trees down across the county including Turnertown Road and Elliott Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in ADAIR, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 14:56:00 to 06-JUL-16 14:56:00 (CST-6)
Location: MILLTOWN
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported trees down on Kentucky Highway 61.

Thunderstorm Wind in HART, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 14:54:00 to 06-JUL-16 14:54:00 (CST-6)
Location: HARDYVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported trees down blocking Shady Lane Church Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in HARDIN, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 14:35:00 to 06-JUL-16 14:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: MARTIN BOX
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Local media reported downed trees blocking St John Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in RUSSELL, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 15:41:00 to 06-JUL-16 15:41:00 (CST-6)
Location: OLGA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported large limbs across roadways.

Thunderstorm Wind in EDMONSON, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 14:24:00 to 06-JUL-16 14:24:00 (CST-6)
Location: CHALYBEATE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Edmonson emergency manager reported numerous large trees and power lines down in the area.

Thunderstorm Wind in METCALFE, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 15:06:00 to 06-JUL-16 15:06:00 (CST-6)
Location: EDMONTON
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Metcalfe County emergency manager reported numerous large trees down across the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in HARDIN, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 14:30:00 to 06-JUL-16 14:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: CECILIA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Local broadcast media reported power outages due to severe thunderstorm winds.

Thunderstorm Wind in HARDIN, KENTUCKY
From 06-JUL-16 14:33:00 to 06-JUL-16 14:33:00 (EST-5)
Location: ELIZABETH TOWN
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Numerous large trees down in Elizabethtown and Glendale areas due to severe thunderstorm winds.

Thunderstorm Wind in LOGAN, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 13:35:00 to 07-JUL-16 13:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: RUSSELLVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported trees and power lines down in multiple locations across the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in OHIO, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 13:35:00 to 07-JUL-16 13:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: JINGO
Magnitude: 52.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

A 52 knot gust was recorded at the Ohio County Kentucky Mesonet station.

Thunderstorm Wind in SIMPSON, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 13:50:00 to 07-JUL-16 13:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: FRANKLIN
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported several large trees down in and around Franklin.

Thunderstorm Wind in BUTLER, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 13:55:00 to 07-JUL-16 13:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: MORGANTOWN
Magnitude: 52.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Butler County emergency manager reported a 52 knot gust as severe thunderstorms moved through the area.

Thunderstorm Wind in SIMPSON, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 13:55:00 to 07-JUL-16 13:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: FRANKLIN
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Trained spotters reported large trees down in the area. Also, some county roads were impassable due to high water.

Thunderstorm Wind in BARREN, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 14:20:00 to 07-JUL-16 14:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: GLASGOW
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 45.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported part of a roof blown off a building in Glasgow.

Thunderstorm Wind in HART, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 14:30:00 to 07-JUL-16 14:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: BONNIEVILLE
Magnitude: 56.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Trained spotters measured a 56 knot gust which brought down numerous large trees in Horse Cave and Munfordville.

Thunderstorm Wind in ALLEN, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 14:00:00 to 07-JUL-16 14:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SCOTTSVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 35.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported multiple trees and power lines down throughout the county. Many roads were closed due to high water.

Thunderstorm Wind in LARUE, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 15:48:00 to 07-JUL-16 15:48:00 (EST-5)
Location: MAGNOLIA
Magnitude: 52.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

An amateur radio operator reported downed trees in the area due to severe thunderstorm winds.

Thunderstorm Wind in GREEN, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 14:45:00 to 07-JUL-16 14:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: GREENSBURG
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported trees down on a structure on Water Street in Greensburg. Other trees were reported down county wide.

Thunderstorm Wind in MONROE, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 14:30:00 to 07-JUL-16 14:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: TOMPKINSVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported trees and power lines down across the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in ADAIR, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 15:05:00 to 07-JUL-16 15:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: COLUMBIA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported roof damage to a business in the area from severe thunderstorm winds.

Thunderstorm Wind in LOGAN, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 13:25:00 to 07-JUL-16 13:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: OAKVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

A COOP observer in Logan County reported trees down between Russellville and Adairville due to severe thunderstorm winds.

Thunderstorm Wind in CLINTON, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 15:15:00 to 07-JUL-16 15:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: ALBANY
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported multiple trees down across the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in TAYLOR, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 16:10:00 to 07-JUL-16 16:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: CAMPBELLSVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported numerous large trees down around the county. Many roads were blocked by downed trees. There was roof damage to a building near the Adair County line.

Thunderstorm Wind in HARDIN, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 16:00:00 to 07-JUL-16 16:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: (FTK)GODMAN AAF FT K
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

Officials with Fort Knox reported large trees down across a roadway on base.

Thunderstorm Wind in RUSSELL, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 15:16:00 to 07-JUL-16 15:16:00 (CST-6)
Location: JAMESTOWN
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported trees down on Green Acres Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in RUSSELL, KENTUCKY
From 07-JUL-16 15:18:00 to 07-JUL-16 15:18:00 (CST-6)
Location: FREEDOM
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported trees down on Clifty Creek Road.