Meade County Emergency Management

06/01/2026

Before dry weather arrives for everyone tomorrow through the rest of the week, we'll have one more low chance for showers and storms today. The best chance for showers and storms will be in western Kentucky, and many locations will not see rain today. There is a very small chance for strong gusty winds in storms along and southwest of the dashed line on the map, with the main threat coming late this morning into the early afternoon.

After one more chance for showers and storms mainly in southern and western Kentucky, drier weather is expected for all Tuesday through the rest of the week. Temperatures should be near or slightly below climatological normals Tuesday and Wednesday before warming later in the week.

05/31/2026

For most in southern Indiana and central Kentucky, today will be another dry day, with high temperatures in the upper 70s and low-to-mid 80s. Across southern Kentucky, there is a chance for an isolated shower or storm this afternoon and evening, with the chance increasing as you approach the Tennessee line. Another chance for storms is expected in southern Kentucky tomorrow before a cold front brings pleasant weather for the middle of the week.

05/30/2026

NEWS RELEASE
Kentucky State Police Investigates Fatal Collision in Meade County

BRANDENBURG, Ky. (May 29, 2026) – At approximately 3:27 p.m., the Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 4 received a call regarding a fatal collision on Bypass Road near High Street in Meade County. Post 4 Troopers responded to the scene.

The preliminary investigation indicates that a 2017 Subaru WRX, operated by Dustin Farmer, 34, of Central, Indiana, was traveling north on Bypass Road when it crossed into the center turn lane and into the path of a 2015 Ford F-150 pickup truck being operated by Maia Fisher, 25, of Mansfield, Missouri. The two vehicles collided in a head on manner.

Dustin Farmer was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Meade County Coroner. Maia Fisher sustained serious injuries and was flown to University of Louisville Hospital. Two juvenile passengers in the Subaru were also seriously injured and were taken to Norton Children's Hospital and University of Louisville Hospital.

The investigation is ongoing and is being led by Trooper Jesse Harp. He was assisted at the scene by the Meade County Sheriff's Office, Brandenburg Police Department, Meade County EMS, Meade County Coroner's Office and Meade County Fire.

05/30/2026

**Update: 00:54am EDT, 30 May 2026, power has been restored.**

05/30/2026

**Update: 00:54am EDT, 30 May 2026, power has been restored.**

**Update: 10:23 EDT, 29 May 2026, RECC is aware, RECC will be working at the sub station by Doe Valley, unknown time for power restoration. Any sounds of Explosions will have been centered from there.

RECC had a squirrel cause problems at their Doe Valley substation. Currently around 1400 without power. Unfortunately this critter’s damage requires some necessary repairs to restore power. RECC crews are on site and will have power restored as soon as they can.**

We currently have approx 1.4k RECC Customers out of power in the county. RECC is aware, for further you can follow their outage at https://outage.mcrecc.com/

If you would like to report an outage, you may Call or Text "Out" to 866-MCREOUT (866-627-3688) to Report and Outage

05/29/2026

Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected to return this afternoon and evening mainly across south central Kentucky. While severe weather is unlikely, heavy rainfall from storms could lead to ponding of water on roads and some minor flooding.

05/28/2026

After patchy fog burns off this morning, a drier day is expected across southern Indiana and central Kentucky, with highs in the low-to-mid 80s. This will be the beginning of a mostly dry stretch of weather over the next week, although low-to-medium chances for daily showers and storms will be possible through the weekend mainly across south central Kentucky.

Patchy dense fog has developed across portions of southern Indiana and northern Kentucky this morning. Be prepared for sudden reductions in visibilities, especially if you're driving through valleys and near bodies of water. Slow down, use low-beam headlights, and increase following distance if you encounter patches of dense fog. Fog should begin to burn off by around 8-9 AM EDT.

05/27/2026

Another round of rainfall is expected today for some. Given recent heavy rainfall, and the chance for more showers and storms today, some localized flooding issues may arise, especially along and north of I-64.

05/26/2026

Strong Storms and Heavy Rainfall Possible Today and Tomorrow (Updated 7AM Tuesday 5/26)

A few strong storms could develop in the highlighted area today. The strongest storms could bring a damaging wind or brief isolated tornado threat.

05/25/2026