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Kentucky Winter Storm Deaths Rise to 12 After Lexington Hypothermia Ruling

Kentucky is reopening the Team Kentucky Emergency Relief Fund to cover funeral costs for victims' families.

Overview

  • The Fayette County coroner identified 32-year-old Jordyn Daws, found outside in Lexington, as the latest fatality from accidental hypothermia.
  • Gov. Andy Beshear confirmed the updated toll following earlier reports of 11 deaths across multiple counties.
  • Power outages have fallen to fewer than 6,000 customers from a peak above 73,000 as restoration continues statewide.
  • Fourteen drinking water systems remain limited, with boil-water advisories affecting more than 11,000 customers.
  • Warming centers remain active with 111 sites sheltering more than 890 people, while officials warn of black ice and dangerous cold.