Date uploaded: 2022-07-31 18:27:07

"We're going to be finding bodies for weeks," Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear amid historic flooding in his state. Beshear announced Sunday morning that the death toll has risen to 26 – and that number will increase. Small, devastated mountain towns in Kentucky began digging out in earnest Sunday. Dozens of people remained unaccounted for. But this is not the end. Excessive runoff from showers and thunderstorms Sunday and Monday could result in the flooding of rivers, creeks and streams across much of central and eastern Kentucky, the National Weather Service warned. Rainfall rates of up to 2 inches an hour could cause flash flooding, especially in areas that see repeated rounds of thunderstorms. Hard-hit counties including Floyd, Knott and Perry are among the areas under alert. Power, water, shelter and cell service are major issues in some of those communities. Visit the link in our bio for more details and updates.