Flooding leaves at least 10 dead across Southeastern US

Severe weather in the southeastern U.S. has resulted in at least 10 fatalities, with nine reported in Kentucky due to intense flooding caused by heavy rainfall. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear confirmed that approximately 1,000 people were rescued from floodwaters, and he declared a state of emergency in response to the disaster. The flooding has overwhelmed roadways, with parts of Kentucky receiving up to six inches of rain, contributing to widespread power outages that affected hundreds of thousands of homes. In addition to the deaths in Kentucky, a man in Georgia was killed when a tree struck his home. As the storm continues to impact the region, authorities are concerned about the potential for further devastation from snow and ice in the coming days. President Trump has authorized FEMA to assist in relief efforts following the disaster declaration for Kentucky.