More than $300,000 raised for Kentucky Flood Relief, will help Kentuckians impacted by recent floods
Michael Berk
and last updated 2021-03-10 12:21:38-05
(LEX 18) â More than $300,000 was raised through the Kentucky Flood Relief to aid Kentuckians that have been hurt by the recent floods.
LEX 18 teamed up with the Bluegrass Area Chapter of the American Red Cross for the fundraiser, which started on Friday and wrapped up on Sunday. The $300,000 will help in areas where flooding caused major damage in the Commonwealth.
The Red Cross says more than 300 people stayed in emergency lodging this past weekend. It s considered to be the worst flooding event since 1957.