*Louisville Braces for Severe Weather: Tornadoes, Flooding Threaten Region*

** Louisville faces a multi-threat storm system with tornadoes, heavy rain, and flooding expected. Stay updated on warnings, safety tips, and real-time impacts.  

**Louisville Under Siege: Severe Storms Trigger Tornado & Flood Alerts**  

**LOUISVILLE, KY** — A dangerous storm system is sweeping through Louisville, bringing a trifecta of threats: **tornadoes, torrential rain, and flash flooding**. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued urgent warnings as the region braces for potential devastation.  

           **Key Threats:**  

🌪️ **Tornado Risk:** High winds and rotating storms detected near Bullitt County.  

🌧️ **Flash Flooding:** 3+ inches of rain expected overnight—avoid low-lying roads.  

⚡ **Power Outages:** LG&E reports 1,200+ homes already without electricity.  

   **Critical Updates:**  

- **Tornado Shelters Open:** 6 confirmed locations (list below).  

- **School Closures:** JCPS cancels afterschool activities.  

- **Flight Delays:** SDF Airport warns of disruptions.  

**Safety Tips to Survive the Storm**  

1️⃣ **Tornado Warning?** Seek interior rooms, avoid windows.  

2️⃣ **Flooded Roads?** "Turn around, don’t drown"—12” of water can sweep cars away.  

3️⃣ **Power Outage Prep:** Charge devices, use generators outdoors ONLY.  

 **Real-Time Impact Tracker**  

📍 **Most Affected Areas:**  

- **Okolona:** Debris on I-65  

- **Middletown:** Creek nearing flood stage  

- **Valley Station:** Downed trees blocking roads  

- *Louisville tornado warning today*  

- *Kentucky flash flooding alerts*  

- *Louisville storm damage reports*  

- *SDF flight cancellations March 2025*  

- *How to prepare for tornadoes*  

**Stay Safe, Louisville!** Follow @NWSLouisville for live updates.  

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