Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency ahead of Winter Storm Fern

To no one’s great surprise, Governor Andy Beshear has declared a State of Emergency ahead of Winter Storm Fern, which is set to impact the region starting late Friday night.

That storm will bring snow and possibly some ice accumulations, creating dangerous traveling conditions on area roadway. The state of emergency allows for the activation of state resources to help Kentucky communities and families.

Gov. Beshear also implemented the state’s price gouging laws to protect Kentuckians from overpriced goods and services. With the state of emergency in place, consumers can report price gouging to the Office of the Attorney General.

Governor Beshear says, “We ask that everyone does what they can to prepare now. Run any necessary errands before the storm, avoid traveling while conditions are dangerous, and have weather alerts turned on to stay informed.”