Historical eventJuly 282022

2022 Appalachian floods

Catastrophic floods devastate Eastern Kentucky, resulting in 45 fatalities and causing damage to thousands of homes and businesses.

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When
Thursday, July 28 20224 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
21st century · 2020s
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At a glance

Dates: From 2022.

What came beforeAI-assisted

Eastern Kentucky had experienced drought conditions in the months prior to July 2022, with some areas receiving below-average rainfall. The region's terrain of narrow hollows and steep slopes made it naturally susceptible to rapid flooding when heavy precipitation occurred.

Catalyst / how it startedAI-assisted

An extremely slow-moving weather system stalled over Eastern Kentucky on July 27–28, 2022, dumping 8–10 inches of rain in some areas within 24 hours. The intense rainfall overwhelmed streams and creeks that quickly overflowed their banks, sending walls of water through valleys and communities.

Who was involvedAI-assisted

Governor Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency and deployed the Kentucky National Guard for rescue and recovery operations. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers provided disaster assistance and support.

TimelineAI-assisted

July 27–28: Severe rainfall began, with peak flooding occurring overnight into July 28. July 28–29: Rescue operations intensified as floodwaters receded, revealing widespread destruction across Appalachian counties including Perry, Letcher, and Knott.

What happened

Catastrophic floods devastate Eastern Kentucky, resulting in 45 fatalities and causing damage to thousands of homes and businesses.

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When did 2022 Appalachian floods happen?

July 28 2022 — 4 years ago, on a Thursday.

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