Following several days of severe weather that brought heavy rain, strong winds, mudslides and widespread flooding, Campbell County Judge/Executive Steve Pendery has declared a local state of emergency to speed up recovery efforts.
The declaration allows Campbell County to mobilize its emergency response teams and infrastructure resources fully. It authorizes emergency spending, temporary workers, equipment rentals and the coordination of support across local and state agencies.
“This declaration means we can act fast and use every resource available to help our communities recover,” Pendery said in a press release. “I want to personally thank our first responders, road crews, and all those who’ve stepped up to support our neighbors.”
The Campbell County Office of Emergency Management is actively coordinating with Kentucky Emergency Management to assess damage and prepare for long-term recovery. Campbell County is one of 67 counties in Kentucky currently under a state of emergency.
“We are working around the clock to assess the damage and get help where it’s needed most,” said Campbell County Office of Emergency Management Director William Turner. “We urge all residents to avoid flooded areas and sign up for Smart911 to stay informed—it’s a free and lifesaving tool.”
Campbell County residents are strongly encouraged to register for Smart911 here. This free service provides emergency alerts, road closures and weather warnings directly to your phone, email or landline.
After signing up:
- Choose the types of alerts you want.
- Select your preferred contact method (text, call or email.)
- Add your address for location-specific alerts.
Current road closures due to high water or mudslides:
- Blangey Road near Mary Ingles Highway
- Dodsworth Lane near Industrial Road
- East Main Street at Redstone Road (one lane closed)
- Eight Mile Road near Mary Ingles Highway
- Fender Road near Mary Ingles Highway
- Frank Benke Way is closed
- Indian Trace Road at Joann Lane
- Mary Ingles Highway at Industrial Road
- Morningview Road near Clay Ridge Road
- Oregon Landing near railroad tracks
- Painter Road at Washington Trace Road
- Pond Creek Road at Visalia Road
- Rifle Range Road
- River Road between Delta Avenue and Mary Ingles Highway
- Stonehouse Road at Oneonta Road
- Three Mile Road near Johns Hill Road
- Truesdell Road at Oneonta Road
- Uhl Road near Owl Creek Road
- Union Street near railroad tracks
- Washington Trace Road at Oneonta Road
- Wolf Road between Pond Creek Road and Clay Ridge Road
For the latest emergency updates follow the Campbell County Office of Emergency Management on Facebook.