Ballard County Emergency Management

04/30/2026

Michael Myers, Chief of the Blandville Rural Fire Department, is someone who has always answered the call to serve others. There is no one more dedicated to this community than Michael and now it’s our turn to show up for him.

Michael is currently battling renal cell carcinoma, and his family could use our support during this difficult time. He and his wife, Melissa, along with their son Easton, call Blandville home and they’ve given so much to our community.

04/28/2026

⚠️ Weather Update – Ballard County

It appears the storm system has weakened. While we could still see some rain and thunderstorms, the primary severe weather threat has diminished.

Please continue to stay weather aware in case conditions change, but you can take this time to rest a little easier knowing the main threat has passed.

We will continue to monitor and provide updates if needed.

04/27/2026

Ballard County is now under a Tornado Watch until 11:00 PM CDT tonight (Monday, April 27, 2026).

🌪️ What does a Tornado Watch mean?
A watch means that conditions are favorable for tornadoes to develop in and around our area. It does NOT mean a tornado is currently happening—but it means you need to stay alert and be ready to act quickly if warnings are issued.

04/27/2026

04/27/2026

🚨 Severe Weather Alert – Ballard County, KY (TONIGHT) 🚨

Ballard County Emergency Management is monitoring a potential major severe weather outbreak this evening and overnight.

⚠️ What to Expect:
• Strong to potentially EF-2+ tornadoes
• Damaging straight-line winds up to 70 mph
• Large hail (2 inches or greater)

🕒 Timing (Most Likely Window):
• 7 PM – 10 PM: Storms approaching from the west
• 9 PM – 1 AM: Highest concern across our region
• Overnight: Storms continue moving east

⚠️ Confidence is highest in storms this evening and tonight, with another round possible Tuesday.

🛑 What You Should Do NOW:
• Identify your safe place (interior room, lowest level)
• Have multiple ways to receive warnings
• Charge phones and keep weather alerts ON
• Be prepared to act quickly if a warning is issued

📲 Sign up for Hyper-Reach Alerts (includes tornado warnings):
👉 https://signup.hyper-reach.com/hyper_reach/sign_up_page_2/?id=111102&fbclid=IwY2xjawHJKa9leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHXPmsYzF0WEksKcWcegTUGOsPLwRFEHampw8MhA6tgbeT1ojH2jo6Vghkw_aem_NK1uf_IAmqKSGKhpYIuiRw

These alerts are critical and can wake you up overnight if a warning is issued for your location.

04/25/2026

BALLARD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
SATURDAY PM UPDATE
April 25, 2026 – 4:00PM

A significant severe weather event is likely on Monday afternoon through the overnight hours.

⏰ Timing:
The greatest concern is 4:00 PM Monday through late night (possibly past midnight).

⚠️ Primary Hazards:

* Damaging winds 70+ mph
* Large hail (golf-ball size or larger)
* Tornadoes, some potentially EF2+

🌩️ Storm Setup:

* Discrete supercells are expected to develop first
* Storms may later evolve into a line of severe storms
* This setup increases the risk for strong tornadoes and widespread wind damage

📍 The attached graphic shows the probability of severe weather across our region.
Areas shaded in pink/red (Level 3) indicate the highest risk, but ALL of Ballard County should be prepared.

🛑 What You Need To Do Now:

* Review your severe weather safety plan
* Identify your safe shelter location
* Have multiple ways to receive warnings (NOAA Weather Radio, phone alerts, local media)
* Be ready to act quickly if warnings are issued

We will continue to provide updates as conditions evolve. Stay weather aware and prepared.

03/23/2026

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