Deadly Storm in Eastern U.S. Leaves Nine Dead and Hundreds Rescued

Severe flooding in Kentucky and extreme weather across the region prompt state of emergency and record-low temperatures.

At least nine people have died due to extreme weather in the eastern United States, including eight in Kentucky and one in Georgia.
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear confirmed that most victims were trapped in vehicles during flash floods, including a mother and her child.
Over 1,000 individuals were rescued within 24 hours in Kentucky, where a state of emergency has been declared.
The National Weather Service forecasts record-breaking cold temperatures as low as -51°C (-60°F) in parts of the central and northeastern U.S. this week.
In Atlanta, Georgia, a large tree uprooted by storms caused a fatality after crashing into a home.