Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear declares a state of emergency after heavy rain and thunderstorms cause flash flooding across parts of the state. Multiple outlets report that flooding over the weekend and into Saturday leaves at least four people dead. Beshear also says emergency crews rescue people from flooded homes and vehicles as authorities investigate reports of fatalities. The governor’s announcement comes as additional rainfall is expected, with officials issuing further flooding warnings. CBS and other reports attribute the flooding to relentless rain and thunderstorms, with conditions worsening quickly in some areas. The overall coverage is consistent: severe weather leads to dangerous water levels, emergency response activity increases, and the state takes formal action to coordinate resources. One report also notes flooding warnings affecting areas beyond Kentucky, including Indiana, reflecting broader regional weather concerns. The sources do not provide detailed locations of the deaths or the number of missing people, but they agree on the confirmed fatalities count and the governor’s emergency declaration.