Several roads closed throughout the west Kentucky region due to flooding

PADUCAH, KY — The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has compiled a list of road closures for parts of western Kentucky caused by flooding.

Heavy rain has created hazardous traveling conditions through several western Kentucky counties but especially in Hickman and Fulton.

A mudslide has been reported along the roadway of KY 94 and has blocked off a section of Carroll Street.

KYTC engineers have reported several vehicles driving around barricades near the mudslide. The mudslide is still moving and carrying trees with it. The road will be closed for several days until the hillside can dry out and the roadway can safely be cleared.

The rest of the western Kentucky Closures include:

In Carlisle County:

In Fulton County:

In Graves County:

In Hickman County:

In Marshall County:

A flood watch is in effect for parts of the region, according to the National Weather Service.

KYTC District 1 will do its best to provide timely updates via the KYTC District 1 Facebook page.

Currently in Paducah