Heavy Rainfall Continues from the Southwest to the Plains; Severe Thunderstorms in the Southern Plains

Pacific tropical moisture wrapping into a storm will continue a multi-day heavy rainfall event this week that will impact the Southwest into the Plains. Scattered severe thunderstorms capable of mainly severe wind gusts appear possible across portions of the southern Plains this afternoon into tonight. There is also a risk of isolated severe winds gusts and tornadoes in Kansas into Nebraska. Read More >

FRANKLIN COUNTY

Franklin County is covered by 3 Weather Radio Stations:

Frankfort (For all of Franklin County)

Frequency: 162.500 MHz
Channel: 5
FIPS: 021073

Owenton (For North and Central Franklin County)

Frequency: 162.450 MHz
Channel: 3
FIPS: 021073

Lexington (For far South Franklin County)

Frequency: 162.400 MHz
Channel: 1
FIPS: 021073

Warnings and forecasts for Franklin County are issued by our office and broadcast on each of these transmitters.

The strength and quality of the broadcast from each transmitter will depend on your distance from the transmitter, terrain, and other local effects. Tune your radio to the broadcast that comes in most clearly and reliably at your location and provides the most representative weather information.

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