Across most of the commonwealth, first responders spent the weekend on the job, preparing for and reacting to widespread flooding. Sunday afternoon in Garrard County, Deputy Emergency Management Director David East said while he was a bit tired, the extra hours are part of the job.
“We were we were prepared. We knew it was coming. So, you know, it's kind of the – that's what we do. We're there during emergencies," he said.
East said first responders in Garrard hadn’t had to perform any rescues and there was no major flooding damage. He said they’re keeping an eye on the Kentucky River near Camp Nelson, where the owner of a private campground closed it in advance of the flood.
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