Fayette LEPC

08/27/2022

Timeline photos

Hot and humid conditions with isolated storm chances in the afternoon for the weekend. Expect better storm coverage during the first half of next week as a cold front approaches the forecast area.

08/15/2022

According to the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department, It’s the dog days of summer, and meow’s the time to mark your calendars for their low-cost rabies vaccination clinic 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, at Tates Creek Aquatic Center, 1400 Gainesway Drive.

Vaccinations will cost just $5. All cats and ferrets must be in a carrier, and all dogs must be on leashes. In the event of bad weather, the clinic date is subject to change, with the date/location to be determined later. The health department will provide updated information at www.lfchd.org, on its page at Lexington-Fayette County Health Department, and its Twitter account at www.twitter.com/LFCHD.

A special Facebook Event page has also been created at www.facebook.com/event_invite/2GUWcOJ9v/ .

Rabies, a viral disease of humans, pets and wild animals, is transmitted from animals to humans by the saliva of a rabid animal, usually from a bite. Rabies vaccinations typically cost about $20, making this clinic a great value to pet owners.

The clinic also provides pet owners with the opportunity to purchase an animal license for $8 if the animal has been spayed or neutered. A license costs $40 if the animal has not been altered or the owner has no proof of alteration. Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control, the Lexington Humane Society, and the Lexington-Fayette County Division of Parks and Recreation Department are also sponsoring the event.

02/22/2022

Photos from US National Weather Service Louisville Kentucky's post

02/06/2022

Sunny days ahead. Above freezing during the day. Gradual snowmelt. 42 days until Spring.

01/25/2022

Timeline photos

Light rain ends tonight, then temperatures fall quickly as a cold front passes through the region. Temperatures range from the upper teens and low 20s north of the Kentucky Parkways, and close to 30 near Lake Cumberland. Clouds decreasing tomorrow, then cold weather for Wed.

01/22/2022

Possible snow showers in the north central part of the state

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More snow for some... weather.gov/lmk

01/21/2022

Expect cold temperatures again later tonight with lows in the single digits to the low teens. Dry conditions will prevail heading into the first part of the weekend. A clipper system will bring some light snows to southern Indiana and the Bluegrass region of central Kentucky on Sunday.

01/19/2022

Photos from US National Weather Service Louisville Kentucky's post

10/20/2021

If you have household hazardous waste sitting in the basement, garage or under the sink, Saturday's the day to take to the Old Frankfort Pike landfill pad (1631 Old Frankfort Pike). Follow the signs. https://www.lexingtonky.gov/household-hazardous-waste

10/10/2021

Storms to the west of Lexington

09/17/2021

The fall means the flu! You can fight the flu this fall and winter with a FREE flu shot at our special clinic. Save the date: 3-6 p.m. Oct. 6 at Consolidated Baptist Church, 1625 Russell Cave Road. Complete details, including how to sign up for a time slot, will be announced soon!

09/17/2021

A warm and muggy weekend is in store, with scattered storms possible each afternoon. The best chance for showers and storms will be across south-central Kentucky. Widespread rain is expected Monday.

08/22/2021

The Fayette LEPC is offering Fayette County organizations a chance for some emergency preparedness fundraising. We're giving away Family Emergency Kits to organizations that want to use them in a raffle or other fundraising activity. You do need to apply. Here's how: https://fayettelepc.com/free-family-emergency-kits-available/

07/20/2021

If you or someone you know has visual disabilities or is blind, there are some additional things you should do to be prepared for community emergencies. Here is our tip sheet: http://www.bereadylexington.com/preparedness-for-persons-with-visual-impairments/

07/09/2021

07/08/2021

Update: Our August CFA class is now full. Any additional applications received will be placed in the February 2022 class.

We still have 10 spots available in our next Citizens' Fire Academy class that begins August 19th. If you are interested in applying, email us your application by July 16th. Spots will be filled on a first come, first served basis.

For more information and application visit: https://www.lexingtonky.gov/lexington-citizens-fire-academy.

07/07/2021

The Fayette LEPC is offering Fayette County organizations a chance for some emergency preparedness fundraising. We're giving away Family Emergency Kits to organizations that want to use them in a raffle or other fundraising activity. You do need to apply. Here's how: https://fayettelepc.com/free-family-emergency-kits-available/

07/03/2021

One more comfortable night and then warmer with increasing humidity for Independence Day. There's a chance of a late day shower or thunderstorm Sunday, mainly NE of KY HWY 15. Small chance of afternoon/early evening storms again on both Monday and Tuesday.

06/30/2021

Scattered showers and storms today could lead to high rainfall accumulations, mainly across southern Indiana and north central Kentucky. Tomorrow a cold front will bring widespread showers and storms with high accumulations possible for all. Will be monitoring closely for flooding issues. If you encounter a flooded roadway, Turn Around Don't Drown!

06/29/2021

Heat indices are expected once again to be around 100 degrees today for portions of southern Indiana and central Kentucky. Be sure to practice heat safety by drinking water, seeking shade, protecting your skin, and looking before you lock!

06/28/2021

The Fayette LEPC is offering Fayette County organizations a chance for some emergency preparedness fundraising. We're giving away Family Emergency Kits to organizations that want to use them in a raffle or other fundraising activity. You do need to apply. Here's how: http://www.bereadylexington.com/fayette-preparedness-group-offers-free-family-emergency-kits/

06/27/2021

Expect warmer days through Tuesday, with a few storms as well. Rain chances increase for midweek, with a cool down coming under those clouds for the end of the work week.

06/25/2021

Expect clearing conditions as we head into the beginning of the weekend. Skies remain mostly sunny for the end of the weekend and into early next week, but thunderstorm chances remain during the afternoon hours.

06/23/2021

Timeline photos

Temperatures warm up as we end the week, along with shower/storm chances as we head into the weekend. Warm and muggy conditions expected from Friday until early next week.

06/20/2021

Enjoy Sunday. Rain on Monday then clearing. Summer officially begins.

06/17/2021

🌤Finishing out the week strong here in Central KY and Southern IN with low rain chances and ☁increasing clouds into the end of the week. Thursday we will see more cloud coverage over the northern counties and by Friday night these clouds will begin to surge south with increasing rain chances. Overall, a great end to the week.

06/17/2021

Spending time in the sun on vacation this spring? Apply plenty of sunscreen! Also keep in mind that heat-related illness is a possibility if you don’t take certain precautions. Find out more about heat-related illnesses and how to prevent them at weather.gov/heat

06/11/2021

More showers and storms are expected today, particularly across portions of central and eastern Kentucky. Shower and storm activity becomes more isolated to scattered over the weekend with warmer temperatures.

05/31/2021

Rail Car Incidence Response Course - Tuition Free

Rail Car Incidence Response Course - Tuition Free

05/31/2021

Sunny skies for Memorial Day before unsettled weather brings chances of rain and thunder to the area from Tuesday evening through Friday.

05/29/2021

Don’t turn summer into a bummer: be safe handling and cooking your food this grilling and picnic season! These guidelines can help (and learn more at www.lfchd.org/safety-tips-will-help-during-holiday-and-summer-picnics/):

* Keep hands clean.
* Clean and sanitize surfaces often.
* Separate – don’t cross-contaminate.
* Be sure to wash all produce thoroughly before use.
* Follow the cooking guidelines for proper meat preparation.
* Refrigerate leftovers promptly; “when in doubt, throw it out!”

05/28/2021

Showers and thunderstorms will be seen across the region today. Some of the storms could be strong in areas east of I-65. Highs today will be in the mid-upper 70s. Cloudy and cool temperatures are expected on Saturday. A warming trend is expected for Sunday and Monday with dry weather conditions.

05/23/2021

Summertime warmth for the week moving into the Memorial Day weekend. Chance of rain toward midweek, but storms will be scattered and pop-up type.

05/22/2021

Photos from Live Green Lexington's post

05/20/2021

Unseasonably warm and dry weather will continue through the weekend under strong high pressure. A few locations could touch 90 degrees by Sunday.

05/19/2021

Expect dry weather and a warming trend for the rest of the week. Daytime highs will be closer to normal for early summer, but nights will be a bit cooler and humidity will still be manageable.

05/17/2021

City hosting Household Hazardous Waste event on May 22.

Fayette County residents can dispose of household hazardous materials Saturday, May 22. The city’s spring Household Hazardous Waste event will be held between 8:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. that day at 1631 Old Frankfort Pike.

Household hazardous materials include paints, cleaners, oils, batteries, pesticides and more. Improper disposal of these chemicals can pollute air, water or soil and pose a threat to human health.

Participants should have materials loaded in your vehicle’s trunk or truck bed in boxes that you do not need back. If you are in a car, you will be asked to pop the trunk so those staffing the event can unload materials for you. Please remain in your vehicle at all times with your windows rolled up.

To participate, complete the digital survey; no paper copies will be distributed or collected. You are encouraged to complete the survey in advance, though there will be opportunities to complete it on-site as well.

Households only. No businesses, please.

Electronic waste will not be accepted at the Household Hazardous Waste Collection. However, the Electronic Recycling Center, 1306 Versailles Road, will be open for its regular Saturday hours, 8 a.m. to noon.

Complete the participation survey and learn more about acceptable items at www.LexingtonKY.gov/HHWevent.