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High Wind Gusts Expected This Afternoon Across Central Kentucky

A Special Weather Statement has been issued by NWS Louisville for strong wind gusts up to 40 mph expected this afternoon across numerous central Kentucky counties; secure lightweight outdoor objects.

Staff Writer
10/10/2026 · Franklin edition

Residents across a wide swath of central Kentucky should secure lightweight outdoor objects this afternoon, October 10, as the National Weather Service (NWS) in Louisville has issued a Special Weather Statement regarding strong wind gusts.

East winds are expected to gust over 30 mph at times, particularly between 11:00 AM EDT and 7:00 PM EDT today. While the risk is low (20-30%), isolated gusts could reach 40 mph, especially in the Bluegrass region and far southern Kentucky. These winds could blow around items such as holiday decorations.

Affected counties include Scott, Jefferson, Harrison, Floyd, Clark, Breckinridge, Meade, Ohio, Grayson, Hardin, Bullitt, Oldham, Trimble, Henry, Shelby, Franklin, Spencer, Anderson, Woodford, Fayette, Bourbon, Nicholas, Nelson, Washington, Mercer, Jessamine, Larue, Marion, Boyle, Garrard, Madison, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Green, Taylor, Casey, Lincoln, Logan, Warren, Simpson, Allen, Barren, Monroe, Metcalfe, Adair, Russell, Cumberland, and Clinton. Day.News urges all residents in these areas to take action to secure any items that could be impacted by strong winds.

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