Butler County first responders still concerned with high waters after inches of snow

BUTLER COUNTY, Ky. – After around 5 inches of rain, and around the same amount of snow, Butler County first responders are saying that the high water is still their biggest concern.

As of right now, the Butler County Rescue Squad has successfully conducted one rescue after a man who lived near the river was trapped by the quickly rising waters from river. Now that Butler county has seen nearly 5 inches of snow and ice, high water is still a primary concern for those charged with rescue people from the flood waters.

Butler County Rescue Squad chief Brandon Keown says that if you see standing water in the road, it’s best to turn around and don’t drown.

“If you see water, don’t go through it, because, I mean, that’s a dangerous situation all together. But if you need, you know, really need emergency services, whatever, just dial 911, and we’ll have, especially, Butler County Rescue Squad. We’ll have a crew come out and assist you the best way we can if it get you medicine or whatever, we’ll be there to assist you in that time of need,” Keown said.

The high waters have even impacted the transportation cabinet. With the high waters still posing a problem, truck drivers responsible for spreading salt or brine on the roads have been forced to find alternate routes due to high waters still blocking the roads.

Keown says if you see a road closure sign up to heed its warning and never test your vehicle against the water.