Lt. Governor Jaqueline Coleman was in Hopkinsville Sunday to view damage from Friday night’s straight-line thunderstorm winds that left major damage to sections of the city.
Coleman said she and Governor Andy Beshear felt it was important to get a first-hand look at the damages to begin determining the next step to help individuals and business owners recover.
click to download audioLt. Governor Coleman says the damage amounts to more than just dollar figures.
click to download audioHopkinsville Mayor J. R. Knight says there are several needs as a result of the storm damage.
click to download audioChristian County Judge-executive Jerry Gilliam says it was important for the Lt. Governor to hear how the storm impacted those affected.
click to download audioLt. Governor Coleman says hearing stories first-hand helps her better describe the needs to Governor Beshear and state officials.
click to download audioThe National Weather Service storm survey team determined Saturday that the damage in Hopkinsville and the surrounding area was caused by straight-line thunderstorm winds between 80 and 90 miles per hour. The wind damaged The Mixer, the Woody Winfree Fire and Transportation Museum, and several homes, vehicles, trees, and power lines in Hopkinsville.
