Child dead after being swept away by floodwaters, governor urges caution

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FILE - Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear speaks to a joint session of the state Legislature to deliver his State of the Commonwealth address in the House chambers of the state Capitol, Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2024, in Frankfort, Ky. Kentucky's status as a pacesetter in college enrollment gains was touted by the governor and higher education leaders Thursday, Jan. 11, as they made a pitch for more funding to continue the momentum. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley, File)

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Kentucky child has died after being swept away in floodwater.

According to Gov. Andy Beshear, the death occurred Friday morning in Frankfort.

Beshear stated, “My heart breaks for this family. Please join Britainy and me in praying for them following this unimaginable loss.”

The governor is urging caution and to consider that all water could pose a risk right now.

Beshear further stated a request for an emergency declaration has been approved, providing Kentucky with federal support, along with the emergency response support the Commonwealth has already received from other states.

For the next 48 hours, the governor is asking Kentuckians to stay alert and avoid high water.

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