Kentucky Public Protection Cabinet

02/01/2026

After storms and other disasters, fraudsters and scam artists often arrive quickly so it is important to stay alert to frauds and scams:
✅ A tree removal service may claim tree removal is covered by insurance, however your policy may state that tree removal is covered if the tree fell on your home, but not in your driveway.
✅Do not take a contractor’s word that insurance will pay for their service. Always verify with your insurance company.
✅ Do not sign any documents until you fully understand what you are signing. Beware of pressure to sign documents presented electronically, like on an iPad, that you cannot fully read and review.

More tips on disaster preparedness and recovery at INSURANCE.ky.gov

01/30/2026

If you have damage to your property from the winter storm, you may have questions about what is needed to file a claim with your insurance. Get prepared by reviewing our guide “Before and After the Storm” on our website below.
https://insurance.ky.gov/ppc/Documents/Before%20&%20After%20the%20Storm_FINAL_2024%20(update-10.24).pdf

01/26/2026

01/23/2026

Today and tomorrow is the best time to prep for the weekend’s wintry weather and get errands checked off!

While we pretreat roads, mobilize equipment, and get ready to deploy nearly 1,500 plow trucks and 300,000+ tons of salt for the snow that’s expected to fall across the state, you can get yourself ready too:

✅ Get groceries.
✅ Fill up your gas tank.
✅ Pack an emergency car kit (first aid, blankets, food, water) for you and your passengers. With dangerously cold temps for days, it’s not only smart but could be life-saving if stranded on the road.

Of course, if you don’t have to travel, don’t; but you can still bookmark snowky.ky.gov for road conditions, traffic cams, safety info.

🔗Check out today’s storm preparedness news release at https://bit.ly/jan-winter-storm-release

01/23/2026

With winter storms in the forecast, be sure you are making preparations to keep you and your family safe. And remember to check on your neighbors and people you know that may need assistance.

12/05/2025

The new Stop Scams newsletter for December is available now! Visit our website at stopscams.ky.gov and subscribe to Scam Alerts to get the next newsletter sent directly to you.

📰 Our new Stop Scams Newsletter is available now! Learn how to protect yourself from disaster recovery scams and holiday scams this season. We also encourage you to share with your friends and loved ones to keep them safe and informed.

Read the December newsletter here:https://stopscams.ky.gov/scams/browser/assets/December%202025%20Stop%20Scams%20Newsletter.pdf
For more resources, visit StopScams.ky.gov

12/03/2025

Please join us on Thursday, Dec. 4 at The Kentucky Theatre in Lexington for a screening of RISING, a documentary from Team Kentucky that tells the story of the strength and resilience of Eastern Kentuckians as we undertake the most ambitious rebuilding effort in the nation following the historic flooding that took place in the summer of 2022. See comments for ticket link!

RISING – a documentary from Team Kentucky that tells the story of the strength and resilience of Eastern Kentuckians as we undertake the most ambitious rebuilding effort in the nation following the historic flooding that took place in the summer of 2022.

Team Kentucky is pleased to announce two upcoming screenings of RISING. Please join us on Thursday, Dec. 4 at The Kentucky Theatre in Lexington and Thursday, Jan. 15 at The Kentucky Center – Bomhard Theatre in Louisville. All proceeds go to the Team Kentucky Emergency Relief Fund.

For more information, visit rising.ky.gov.

11/24/2025

We want to thank everyone who donated to the Team Kentucky Food Drive, including employees working for the Public Protection Cabinet. Donations will be spread across the state to charities like Dare to Care, God’s Pantry and the Christian Appalachian Project. Thank you for stepping up to help to help our Kentucky neighbors in need this holiday season! ❤️

10/09/2025

Team Kentucky is teaming up with NFPA to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week, October 5-11, Charge Into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.

Help us spread the word about making smart choices when it comes to buying, charging, and recycling lithium-ion batteries—because the wrong move can lead to a fire.

👉 More info: fpw.org

08/14/2025

Visit Stop Scams at the state fair:
✅ Latest information on scams
✅ Talk to experts on scams
✅ Take home stop scams gear

08/07/2025

Today, Team Kentucky launched a new website StopScams.ky.gov to further help protect Kentuckians from scams.

“Scams are mean and cruel, and they cost Kentuckians of all ages their hard-earned savings that should be going toward rent, groceries, retirement and more,” said Gov. Beshear. “While we’ve made progress in stopping scammers, a 2024 FBI report showed Kentuckians are losing more than $74 million each year to online scammers – something we won’t tolerate. Through this new website, educational events and more, we’re going to help protect Kentuckians by equipping them with the tools they need to stay safe."

05/06/2025

Mark your calendars for the June Scam Jams⬇️

DFI and the Kentucky Financial Empowerment Commission (KFEC) are partners on the Kentucky Scam Jam circuit, promoting financial literacy and fraud prevention. Join us at an upcoming event to learn how to protect yourself and your finances from scammers!

More information and registration ➡️ https://kfi.ky.gov/newstatic_Info.aspx?static_ID=609