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Daniel Boone National Forest

Flood Watch issued July 21 at 8:41PM EDT until July 22 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY

8:41 PM — July 22nd, 2:00 AM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast Kentucky, including the following counties, in south central Kentucky, Laurel, McCreary, Pulaski, Rockcastle, Wayne and Whitley. In southeast Kentucky, Bell, Clay, Harlan, Knott, Knox, Leslie, Letcher and Perry. * WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Low-water crossings may be flooded.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 21 at 8:39PM EDT until July 21 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY

8:39 PM — 10:00 PM

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 508 REMAINS VALID UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN KENTUCKY THIS WATCH INCLUDES 9 COUNTIES IN SOUTH CENTRAL KENTUCKY LAUREL PULASKI WAYNE IN SOUTHEAST KENTUCKY BREATHITT CLAY JACKSON LEE MAGOFFIN OWSLEY THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF ANNVILLE, BEATTYVILLE, BOONEVILLE, BURNSIDE, JACKSON, LONDON, MANCHESTER, MCKEE, MONTICELLO, SALYERSVILLE, AND SOMERSET.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 21 at 8:39PM EDT until July 22 at 1:00AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY

8:39 PM — July 22nd, 1:00 AM

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 510 REMAINS VALID UNTIL 1 AM EDT WEDNESDAY FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN KENTUCKY THIS WATCH INCLUDES 12 COUNTIES IN NORTHEAST KENTUCKY MARTIN IN SOUTH CENTRAL KENTUCKY MCCREARY WHITLEY IN SOUTHEAST KENTUCKY BELL FLOYD HARLAN KNOTT KNOX LESLIE LETCHER PERRY PIKE THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF BARBOURVILLE, COAL RUN, CORBIN, CUMBERLAND, ELKHORN CITY, HARLAN, HAZARD, HINDMAN, HYDEN, INEZ, JENKINS, MIDDLESBORO, PIKEVILLE, PINEVILLE, PIPPA PASSES, PRESTONSBURG, SOUTH WILLIAMSON, STEARNS, WHEELWRIGHT, WHITESBURG, WHITLEY CITY, AND WILLIAMSBURG.

Overview

Daniel Boone National Forest encompasses over 708,000 acres across 21 counties in eastern Kentucky, offering 600+ miles of trails, two federal wilderness areas, and more than 250 recreation sites. The forest is currently open with several important alerts for visitors. There is an active area closure due to tornado damage in Pulaski and Laurel Counties (since May 25, 2025)—all roads, trails, and National Forest lands in these counties are closed to public use. Seasonal winter road closures are in effect for Red River Gorge Geological Area and Indian Creek roads through January 19, 2026. Trail impacts from recent severe weather are widespread; expect blowdown across the forest. Specific trail closures include portions of Cliffside Trail, Dog Slaughter Falls Trail, and multiple Sheltowee Trace suspension bridges damaged by storms. The Red River Gorge suspension bridge near KY 715 remains unusable due to a fallen tree. No visitor services are available at the Winchester Supervisor's Office, and the London Office only accepts cash/check payments due to network issues. Firewood permits are now available for online purchase. The forest has extensive regulations protecting sensitive areas, including climbing restrictions at popular sites like Sky Bridge, Gray's Arch, and Natural Arch Scenic Area.

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