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Emergency Relief Fund: Providing food, water, shelter, and other necessities to families impacted by the storm.
Debris removal and clean-up: Aiding communities in removing downed trees and other debris to clear roads and restore normalcy.
Every contribution, big or small, will bring much-needed assistance to families struggling in the aftermath of this disaster.
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$25 can provide a care package with essential supplies for a family in need.
$25 can provide shelter to displaced animals by the storm.
$50 can help ensure a family displaced by the storm has access to food and shelter.
$100 can contribute to debris removal efforts, making neighborhoods safe and accessible again.
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At least four people have died across Kentucky following severe weather on Sunday, including a tornado, that damaged property and left tens of thousands without power.
At 12:12 a.m. Monday, Gov. Andy Beshear issued a state of emergency for the commonwealth. This declaration allows the state to bring in additional resources such as the National Guard.

The storms brought a tornado watch in Louisville and severe thunderstorm and tornado warnings across the commonwealth. Much of the region experienced storm damage.
Gov. Andy Beshear held an 11 a.m. press conference Monday — Memorial Day, to address the ongoing weather situation and provide an update on storm damage along with the state’s response plan.

"Last night many families and communities were not safe," Beshear said. "We had devastating storms that hit almost the entire state."
The Memorial Day weekend storms weren't the state's first run in with tornadoes and storms this year

Beshear said there was at least one tornado confirmed in the state that lasted for about 40 miles. This tornado barely missed the prison in Eddyville.

Kentucky Secretary of Transportation Jim Gray said it appears that Western Kentucky was hit the hardest by the storms, noting damages across state highways and roads.

Beshear said not only did the storms take out power for thousands of people, but many roads and interstates were temporarily closed due to the storms. Many businesses and residential areas also suffered "massive damage." Beshear urged individuals to report any and all levels of damage to the emergency management agencies in their county to help the state qualify for FEMA assistance and other resources.

"But like we always see after severe weather events, first responders and everyday Kentuckians rally to help each other in those toughest moments," Beshear said.

The governor confirmed at least four people have died and one individual is "fighting for their life" as a result of the Sunday storms.

Confirmed fatalities include a 67-year-old woman from Mercer County, a 62-year-old woman in Hardin County, a 48-year-old woman in Hopkins County and a 34-year-old man in Jefferson County.
At this time, Beshear said he is not aware of any unaccounted-for Kentuckians.

Statewide, there are roughly 175,000 customers without power across the state, Beshear said. While large cities should expect to see power restored today, the governor said counties like Trigg and Todd may be without power for several days since there was significant destruction to the power infrastructure in the area.

Across the state, 14 counties and five cities have declared states of emergency alongside the governor's declaration.

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