The City of Shelbyville and Shelby County are issuing an evacuation order for low-lying areas and areas prone to flooding due to major flooding expected this weekend.
The following is a joint press release involving flooding in Shelby County.
The City of Shelbyville and Shelby County are issuing an evacuation order for low-lying areas and areas prone to flooding due to major flooding expected this weekend.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has forecast major flooding, and conditions are expected to worsen as the weekend progresses.
Important details:
• Evacuation areas: All low-lying and flood-prone areas within Shelbyville and Shelby County.
• Shelby County Water Rescue Team: On stand-by and prepared to assist with evacuations and rescues as necessary.
• Mandatory evacuation: Residents in the affected areas are strongly urged to evacuate immediately. Those who refuse to leave may face law enforcement intervention to ensure their safety and to prevent risk to public health and safety.
• Avoid driving through water: Never drive through flooded areas. Even a small amount of water can cause your vehicle to become stranded or swept away. Turn around, don’t drown. Water levels can rise quickly and unpredictably, and road conditions may be hazardous.
For assistance:
• Contact: Shelby County EMA Director Denis Ratekin for assistance or information. Phone: 317-392-6308.
Please stay alert to emergency notifications and take immediate action to protect yourself, your family, and your property. Your safety is the top priority.
Stay Safe, Stay Informed.
Issued by:
Sheriff Louie Koch, Shelby County Sheriff's Office
Chief Doug Lutes, Shelbyville Fire Department
Denis Ratekin, Shelby County EMA Director
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