Adair County Emergency Management

06/01/2026

Adair County E911 Center will conduct an audible test of the outdoor warning sirens in Adair County this morning, Monday June 1, 2026 at 10:00AM central time, weather permitting!

05/24/2026

There are FLOOD WATCHES are in place across mainly the eastern half of Kentucky where flooding is possible.

A FLOOD WATCH means conditions are favorable for slow-rising, long-term river or creek flooding, typically developing over 6 hours.

A FLASH FLOOD WATCH means conditions are favorable for sudden, violent flooding (usually from heavy rain) that develops in less than 6 hours.

05/22/2026

Showers and thunderstorms are possible today across the area near an approaching warm front. Severe weather today is really a conditional thing, depending on if we can get a break in the clouds to allow some heating. TIMING NOON-8 PM.

While there is a low-medium possibility a severe storm and brief tornado is possible, this WILL NOT be a widespread severe weather event. There is a greater chance of heavy rain at times. We are NOT even in a slight risk area.

Winds near a warm front tend to shift in speed and direction as you go higher in the atmosphere. This is known as directional wind shear. This can help produce a brief tornado.

We continue to receive much needed rainfall and more is on the way right thru the Memorial Day Weekend. Since its beginning in 2000, the Palmer Drought Index has recorded extreme droughts only 3 times in 26 years, 2007, 2008, 2016.

Please continue to pray for more slow showers and rain as we remain desperate. Casey County has a huge need for rain as their water supply is drying up.

05/22/2026

This is a weather update regarding tomorrow, Friday May 22. We are going to be monitoring the weather conditions as we move into tomorrow.

So, kind of a complicated forecast tomorrow, however it, we don't anticipate a wide spread severe weather event.

There is an approaching warm front moving into Kentucky. (That is the red line you see moving across the state.) Usually when you have such, there will be winds at the surface and the direction of those winds will change with height. Oftentimes, in these situations a brief tornado can develop if those winds can rotate and reach the ground.

Timing would be after noon and into the early evening. This is NOT a tornado outbreak.

Rain chances continue to be good for the next few days.

05/04/2026

Adair County Emergency Management wants to give thanks and appreciation to all of our Adair County fire departments. Columbia Adair County , Breeding , Knifley. Along with the surrounding counties, Your courage, strength, and selflessness protect our homes, our families, and our communities every single day. You are the true definition of heroes.
We see you. We appreciate you. We honor you. 🔥🙏

Today, on May 4, International Firefighters’ Day, we recognise those who continue to serve.

Firefighters who stand ready—
between danger and the community.

Their courage, commitment, and quiet strength protect us all.

To those serving today, in every part of the world—thank you.

International Firefighters' Day:
A day to pause.
A day to reflect.
A day to honour.

Wherever you are, you are part of this shared moment.

05/04/2026

Adair County E911 Center will conduct an audible test of the outdoor warning sirens in Adair County this morning, Monday May 4, 2026 at 10:00AM central time, weather permitting!

04/28/2026

SEVERE STORM WATCH UNTIL 1 AM WEDNESDAY MORNING.

04/27/2026

Adair County is now in a slight risk area for severe weather tonight.

Storms are expected to move through during the overnight hours, which makes them especially dangerous since many people will be asleep. Now is the time to prepare.

✔️ Have a plan in place for where you will go if warnings are issued
✔️ Make sure your phone alerts are turned on
✔️ Have multiple ways to receive warnings (weather radios, apps, local media, etc.)
✔️ Don’t rely on outdoor warning sirens alone

Please stay weather aware tonight and be ready to act quickly if conditions worsen. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as needed.

8:30 AM UPDATE: The slight risk has been extended east. Again, we expect showers and thunderstorms to move in after midnight.

04/25/2026

We encourage everyone to be prepared ahead of time and stay weather aware throughout the day.

✅ Have multiple ways to receive weather alerts (NOAA Weather Radio, phone alerts, local media)
✅ Review your emergency plan with your family
✅ Know where you will go if warnings are issued
✅ Charge phones and devices in advance
✅ Secure any outdoor items that could be impacted by strong winds

Severe weather chances late Monday night into Tuesday morning for our area with locations in western Kentucky a better chance. We will monitor the weather situation and will provide updates as needed.