 Radar estimated rainfall in Eastern Kentucky and surrounding areas from July 25 to 30, highlighting the counties that received the most rain. | |
| Date | July 26 – August 1 |
|---|---|
| Location | Central Appalachia (Eastern Kentucky, Southwest Virginia, Southwest West Virginia) |
| Deaths | 39 direct deaths (+6 indirect)[1] [2] |
| Property damage | $450 million – $950 million (2023 USD) [3] |
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Between July 26 and August 1, 2022, widespread and catastrophic flooding swept through portions of eastern Kentucky, southwestern Virginia, and southern West Virginia. 45 people died from the floods. Entire homes and parts of some communities were swept away by flood waters, leading to costly damage to infrastructure in the region. Over 600 helicopter rescues and countless swift water rescues by boat were needed to evacuate people who were trapped by the quickly rising flood waters. The flood event is said to be the deadliest natural disaster to hit eastern Kentucky in more than 80 years. [4] [5]
- ^ "Remembering the July 2022 flood, two years later". 28 July 2024.
- ^ "Historic July 26th-July 30th, 2022 Eastern Kentucky Flooding".
- ^ "Housing Damage from the 2022 Kentucky Flood". 20 February 2023.
- ^ "Remembering the July 2022 flood, two years later". 28 July 2024.
- ^ "Historic July 26th-July 30th, 2022 Eastern Kentucky Flooding".
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