Mudslide at Buffalo Trace Distillery sends cargo container, office into Kentucky River

A mudslide at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, early Monday caused a Conex cargo container and a temporary office to fall into the Kentucky River. Fortunately, no staff were present in the affected area during the incident, and the area has been secured for safety. The distillery is currently collaborating with professionals for cleanup and assessing the situation, but confirmed that production and visitor tours remain uninterrupted. The cause of the mudslide is attributed to weather-related conditions, with officials noting that the impacted property has been roped off. The contents of the cargo container have not been disclosed. The incident highlights the ongoing challenges posed by weather in the region.