Rainfall in the region ahead of the flash floods was 'virtually unprecedented', state geologist says.
At least 16 people have died due to historic flash flooding caused by torrential rains in eastern Kentucky, the US state's governor has said.President Biden declared the floods "a major disaster" on Friday and ordered federal aid to help with local recovery efforts.More than 23,000 people are also without power in the state.
Some areas reported receiving more than eight inches, or 20 centimetres, of rain in a 24-hour period. More rainfall is expected early next week, Mr Beshear said, urging people to have a safety plan in place. On Friday afternoon, the governor confirmed that the bodies of four young siblings were among those who were found - the oldest an eight-year-old and the youngest a one-year-old.that the children and their parents sought shelter at a tree after their home flooded on Thursday.
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