Storms from Friday evening have left many Kentuckians without power as more rain fell Saturday.

As of Saturday afternoon nearly 10,000 homes and businesses were reported to be without power across the state. The leading counties with the highest number of customers in the dark have shifted throughout the day as Jefferson and Daviess counties have been overtaken by Jessamine and Hart.

In Bullitt County, Judge-Executive Jerry Summers declared a state of emergency after crews conducted several water rescues and evacuations throughout Saturday morning. Officials say several roads in the area are unsafe for travel after a reported eight inches fell overnight in the area, according to radar data.

Showers are expected to break up late Saturday afternoon before another round moves in to continue storms into midday Sunday. Many across Central Kentucky are already facing flash flooding warnings, and as the downpour continues, the warnings are expected to grow.

The state is under a flood watch until 2 a.m., and in some areas, like Mercer County, have declared a state of emergency because of flooding.

Garrard County Emergency Management officials reported Saturday morning that multiple transformers have blown in the north end of the county and that several roads are flooded.

In Madison County, the Richmond mayor has declared a state of emergency as flooding threatens homes, businesses and residents. Drivers are urged to stay away from standing or rushing water.

Madison County is under a flash flood warning issued by the National Weather Service until 5:15 p.m.

In Rockcastle County, a flash flood warning is in effect until 4:30 p.m. for Morrill, Boone and Conway. A warning has also been issued until 3 p.m. for Irvine and Ravenna in Estill County.

In Jackson County, a flash flood emergency is in effect until 4:45 p.m. for McKee, Sandgap and Gray Hawk.

Spencer County Emergency Management officials reported that two bridges near the 4000 block of Plum Ridge Road will be closed until Monday because of damage to the bridges and roadways.

Taylorsville Spencer County Fire Protection Service performed a high water rescue Saturday morning after water rapidly swept away a car. Emergency officials in the county are asking drivers to stay off the roads as flash flooding creates dangerous conditions across the area.

In Jackson County, several highways have been impacted by the heavy rain, causing closures. Sheriff Daniel Isaacs said roads are becoming impassable, and several trees are down across roads.

Multiple highways have been affected by the heavy rain; KY 3447/ US 421 North, US North near the Brewers Truss Company, and KY 89 North around the 6000 block.

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