On July 13, 2015, Johnson County and the City of Paintsville declared a local state of emergency due to a flooding event, numerous residents and properties were affected.  From July 13-17, search and rescue operations were conducted to locate unaccounted for individuals.

On Saturday July 18, representatives from FEMA, Small Business Administration, Kentucky Emergency Management and Local Officials conducted a preliminary damage assessment in Johnson County.  Information from the assessment is being compiled in Frankfort at this time.  After completion of the information, the Governor’s office will determine at that point if a federal declaration will be provided by FEMA concerning the process of registration.

Johnson County Judge/Executive Roger T. Daniel is working with the State Emergency Management, NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service) and Kentucky Department of Transportation to determine a plan for debris removal.

Currently the primary point of distribution of supplies is taking place at Johnson Central High School.  Other points of distribution are Flat Gap Volunteer Fire Dept., Red Bush Volunteer Fire Dept and numerous churches in Johnson County.

American Red Cross, Christian Appalachian Project, and other organizations are in the area to provide immediate assistance to individuals affected by the flood event.

Currently a shelter is being maintained by the American Red Cross on the KCTCS campus (Mayo School) located on Third Street, Paintsville, KY.

Residents with vegetation debris are permitted to burn, but should exercise caution.

If you need further information, please call Paintsville/Johnson County Emergency Management at 606-789-2260.