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Kentucky Winter Storm Death Toll Rises to 15, Beshear Says

State leaders emphasize support for families through the reopened Team Kentucky fund.

Overview

  • Gov. Andy Beshear reported three newly confirmed deaths tied to Winter Storm Fern, bringing Kentucky’s total to 15.
  • Two deaths announced Saturday morning raised the toll to 14 before a later confirmation in Daviess County pushed it to 15.
  • The newly reported victims were men ages 73 in Ballard County, 64 in Hart County, and 66 in Daviess County.
  • Beshear shared the updates on social media on Saturday, providing the latest statewide tally.
  • The Team Kentucky Emergency Relief Fund has been reopened to provide $10,000 for funeral expenses to each affected family.