Updated, 3:56 p.m. Due to extreme flooding, poor road conditions, and the displacement of many families in our county as a result of recent storms, Christian County Public Schools has made the decision to be closed on Monday, April 7, according to a news release from the school system.
This will be a traditional weather day, meaning students will not be required to complete assignments or to make up the day. The traditional weather day will not affect the dates for graduation or the last day of school.
Inspire Early Learning will also be closed tomorrow. School administrators will be available from 8 a.m.- 3 p.m. in each building for families to reach out should they need support in the wake of the recent weather events.
“We know many families have been impacted in some way by the storms and our thoughts and prayers are with each of you,” said CCPS. “Please continue to stay safe and should you need assistance, reach out to your child’s school or the central office.”
Previously:
HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – “The worst is not over with,” said Mayor Knight on Saturday evening before another round of heavy rain hit the city. In a video statement to the community, he encouraged people to stay off the roads and leave room for crews to work on roads.
Information from the National Weather Service in Paducah shows that over the past 72 hours, areas of Hopkinsville and Christian County received nearly a foot of rain. The Flood Watch previously in place has been canceled for Sunday, while a Freeze Watch has already been issued for Tuesday due to an anticipated extreme drop in overnight temperatures.
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Hopkinsville Public Works crews were out checking on the roads Saturday night preparing for more rain, with Director Mike Perry hoping they will be able to open roads throughout the day on Sunday. “Your safety is everything to us,” added Perry.
With people trapped in their homes during the peak of the flooding, dozens of rescues have taken place throughout the county as people and pets are taken to safety.
“Don’t let your guard down,” said Knight, reminding people to not drive through high water. He added that property damage can be reported to hoptown.org/propertydamage to assist the city with applying for disaster relief with the state. People affected by flooding can also contact The Red Cross at 800-733-2767 for assistance.
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