Rampaging flood waters menace communities in Kentucky and Ohio

Rampaging flood waters menace communities in Kentucky and Ohio

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Geography, Social Studies, Science

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the severe flooding caused by the Ohio River in various communities, including Catlettsburg, Kentucky, Portsmouth, Ohio, and Cincinnati. The flood, exacerbated by heavy rains and swollen tributaries, led to significant evacuations and damage. Key areas like U.S. 52 were heavily impacted, turning into canals. Cincinnati experienced a flood crest nine feet above flood stage, resulting in the evacuation of thousands and millions in damages. The video concludes with the challenges of post-flood cleanup in affected river communities.

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