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Social Media Policy: https://transportation.ky.gov/Pages/KYTC-Social-Media-Policy.aspx

General Information
This page is for informational purposes only and posts do not necessarily reflect the official position of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. As the official Facebook home for the Kentucky Office of Highway Safety, this page encourages public discourse of highway safety campaigns and hig

hway safety-related issues in the Commonwealth. As such, we reserve the right to limit content in our newsfeed or on our public wall to those topics that would be in the interest of the general motoring public. Content that is rambling, incoherent, and unlikely to be understood by the average reader, or content wherein the writer is clearly using the forum to air personal grudges, get revenge, or for some other non-productive, negative or nefarious purpose may be deleted. In addition, behavior such as using profanity, spamming, name-calling, exerting positions that promote vendettas or personal attacks, or making statements that are illegal or potentially libelous in any way will not be tolerated. Users or fans who engage in this type of behavior may be banned, with or without warning. This policy is not intended to discourage opinions, but rather protect our page as a structured forum about general public issues. For those who have individual complaints or issues of a specific nature, the Transportation Cabinet may be contacted at http://transportation.ky.gov/Pages/Contact-Us.aspx.

03/18/2025

TRAFFIC ADVISORY | I-MOVE KY 🚧

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of lane and ramp closures as part of the I-Move KY project, beginning today, March 18, in Jefferson County. The daily and nightly lane and ramp closures are necessary for contract crews to perform shoulder and guardrail work. Details regarding traffic impacts are below.

Tuesday, March 18:
–– The right lane of I-64 East and West at mile marker 17 (near KY 913/Blankenbaker Parkway) is closed through 3 p.m. today, March 18.

–– I-64 West will be reduced to one lane at mile marker 17 (near KY 913/Blankenbaker Parkway) from 8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 18, to 6 a.m. on Wednesday, March 19.

–– I-265 South (Gene Snyder Freeway) at mile marker 32 (near KY 1447/Westport Road) will be reduced to one lane from 8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 18, to 6 a.m. on Wednesday, March 19.

Wednesday, March 19:
–– I-265 North (Gene Snyder Freeway) will be reduced to one lane at mile marker 32 (near KY 1447/Westport Road) from 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, to 6 a.m. on Thursday, March 20.

–– The off-ramp from I-265 North (Gene Snyder Freeway) to KY 1447/Westport Road at Exit 32 will be closed from 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 19, to 6 a.m. on Thursday, March 20.

Drivers should plan ahead for increased travel times, heed signage, and use caution when traveling through the work zones.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀 Remember, Buzzed Driving IS Drunk Driving. If you’re celebrating today, please plan ahead and...
03/17/2025

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀 Remember, Buzzed Driving IS Drunk Driving. If you’re celebrating today, please plan ahead and get home safely. 🚗💚

03/15/2025
😴 Happy World Sleep Day! 🚗💤Drowsy Driving is Dangerous Driving! Sleep is essential—not just for your health, but for saf...
03/14/2025

😴 Happy World Sleep Day! 🚗💤
Drowsy Driving is Dangerous Driving! Sleep is essential—not just for your health, but for safe driving. Drowsy drivers are at risk of slow reaction times, impaired judgment, and even falling asleep at the wheel. If you're feeling tired, don’t drive!
✅ Get enough sleep before hitting the road.
✅ Take breaks on long trips.
✅ Switch drivers or find a safe place to rest if needed.
Stay alert. Stay safe. Drive awake!

Shoutout to all the teens in the Kentucky Safe Teen Driving Challenge! 🚗👏 You're doing an amazing job staying focused, d...
03/11/2025

Shoutout to all the teens in the Kentucky Safe Teen Driving Challenge! 🚗👏 You're doing an amazing job staying focused, driving safely, and making our roads safer. Thank you for taking this challenge seriously—your commitment truly makes a difference!

With 1,200 of our Kentucky teens participating, this challenge has exceeded our expectations, and we couldn’t be more proud! 🏆 The winner announcement is still TBA, so keep checking back for updates.

A huge thank you to AAA Club Alliance for sponsoring this contest and making it possible! 👏

03/05/2025

🚦High winds and overnight storms have caused traffic signal outages in portions of the District 5 area.

Reminders:
🔶 Flashing Yellow – Proceed with caution when traffic permits.
🔴 Flashing Red – Stop and treat it like a stop sign.
⚫ No Signal – Stop and treat the intersection as a four-way stop.

👓 Earlier, we shared NKU’s post—now here’s our own photo dump from the pedal cart challenge! Students experienced firsth...
03/04/2025

👓 Earlier, we shared NKU’s post—now here’s our own photo dump from the pedal cart challenge! Students experienced firsthand how impairment affects coordination and reaction time while navigating cones with impaired goggles. Just imagine if this were a real car!

Let the good times roll...responsibly! If you're out celebrating Mardi Gras today, don't get behind the wheel if you've ...
03/04/2025

Let the good times roll...responsibly! If you're out celebrating Mardi Gras today, don't get behind the wheel if you've been drinking.

We had a great time today at NKU, giving students a firsthand look at the dangers of impaired driving.Experiencing the e...
03/03/2025

We had a great time today at NKU, giving students a firsthand look at the dangers of impaired driving.

Experiencing the effects in a safe, controlled environment is an eye-opener—reminding us all why driving sober is the only option.

Thanks to everyone who participated and took the time to learn about road safety!

Today marks the start of Vehicle Safety Recalls Week!Did you know you can check for open recalls on your vehicle, tires,...
03/03/2025

Today marks the start of Vehicle Safety Recalls Week!

Did you know you can check for open recalls on your vehicle, tires, or car seats with a quick search? The NHTSA recall lookup tool makes it easy—just enter your VIN and stay ahead on safety.
Check for recalls here: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls

02/19/2025

Crews out in all counties treating and plowing roads. Please stay home if you can and give our snowfighters plenty of space to do their work. Flooded roads will also impact snowplow routes and could freeze, creating an unexpected hazard. Never drive around cones or barriers. Closures at GoKY.ky.gov. Visit SnowKY.Ky.Gov for priority route maps, safety tips.

02/18/2025
East-Central and North-Central Kentucky have a Winter Storm Warning in effect from 7 PM EST tonight (Feb. 18, 2025) to n...
02/18/2025

East-Central and North-Central Kentucky have a Winter Storm Warning in effect from 7 PM EST tonight (Feb. 18, 2025) to noon EST Wednesday. The National Weather Service expects accumulations of 3 to 5 inches of snow.

In addition to snow, many areas of the state are still experiencing flooding. Please use caution while traveling.

🚧 Turn Around, Don’t Drown. 🚧

🔷 Never drive through flooded roads – just a few inches of water can sweep a vehicle away.
🔶 Do not drive around barricades – they are there for your safety.
🔷 Avoid driving at night in flooded areas – it’s harder to judge water depth.
🔶 Wet roads + freezing temps = black ice risk, especially on bridges and overpasses.
🔷 Snow and ice can hide flood damage like washed-out roads or debris.
🔶 Slow down, increase following distance, and watch for ice patches and flooded roadways.
🔷 Pack an emergency kit with blankets, snacks, a flashlight, and a phone charger.

Please stay safe, Kentucky, and let’s look out for one another. 💙

02/17/2025

KYTC District 8 High Water Report – 10 p.m.

Several roadways across District 8 continue to experience high water, creating hazardous travel conditions.

With winter weather moving through the area, road crews are actively treating routes as needed. Motorists should stay alert for changing weather and road conditions. Overnight and early morning travel could be impacted by icy spots, especially where water remains on the roadways and freezes.

The following state roads in District 8 are currently affected by high water:

Adair County
-KY 768 MP 3-4

Casey County
-KY 3272 MP 0-2
-KY 1640 MP 8-9
-KY 2310 MP 0-2

Clinton County
-KY 639 MP 8.5

McCreary County
-KY 1363 MP 8

Pulaski County
-KY 1642 MP 4.3 -KY 39 MP 3.24, MP 5.5, MP 6.8 high water

Rockcastle County
-KY 1329 MP 3 high water
-KY 89 MP 2-3
-KY 490 MP 1-2
-KY 1249 MP 0.5 trees and power lines down

Wayne County
-KY 1808 MP 0.04
-KY 92 MP 10.5-12.38
-KY 3106 MP 3.5
-KY 3284 MP 3-4

Please note, additional roads may be flooded that are not on this list. Never attempt to drive through floodwaters—turn around, don’t drown!

Stay safe and use extreme caution if travel is necessary. We will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as needed.

02/17/2025

Did you know GoKY also shows real-time weather updates too? Checkmark the weather tab, to see where high water has roads closed and other alerts, pictured here. Outlined counties also show where crews continue to treat roads for snow. Best way to stay safe is to stay home. If travel is urgent, visit GoKy.Ky.Gov to plan ahead. Also, make sure to follow your district for the latest local updates and road conditions.

02/17/2025

Kentucky State Parks are offering lodging to displaced flood victims.

Our hearts are heavy as historic flooding impacts our beloved communities but we will get through this together. Please be cautious when traveling. For the most current information, please see our website at parks.ky.gov.

Note: Cumberland Falls State Resort Park has lost electricity and sewage system functionality.

02/16/2025

UPDATED 9:43 a.m.
REPORTED HIGH WATER ROAD CLOSURES
Bell County
• KY 2013 at mile point 1.9
• KY 66 at mile point 4.6 (Wiser Branch Road), reduced to one lane.
• KY 221 at mile points 6-7. Reduced to one lane.
• KY 3486 (Old Pineville Pike)
• KY 188 at mile point 0.0
• KY 1534 at mile points 0-5.8 (Page Cutoff Community)
• KY 66 at mile points 0-1
• KY 2129 at mile points 0-1 (15th Street, Middlesboro)
• KY 217 at mile points 1.4
• KY 3483 at mile points 0-.8
• KY 1343 at mile points 4.8-5
• KY 2015 at mile points 0.7-2.8
• KY 92 at mile point 0.4
• KY 2014 at mile point 0.5
• KY 2394 at mile points 0-0.6
• KY 66 at mile point 0-2
• KY 66 at mile point 8
• KY 221 at mile point 0.1
• KY 217 (no mile points given): lanes are closed due to trees down
• KY 221 at mile points 9-10 (downed trees blocking both lanes)

Clay County
• KY 1524 at mile point 0.20
• KY 1350 at mile point 0.8
• U.S. 421 at mile point 22.5 (One Lane-SB)
• KY 687 at mile point 13.5 (One Lane)
• KY 66 at mile point 33.1
• KY 638 at mile point 3.2 (one lane)
• U.S. 421 at mile point 14-15
• KY 638 at mile points 12.5-12.6
• KY 80 at mile point 5.80

Harlan County
• KY 522 at mile points 12.4-12.5
• KY 72 at mile point 12.15 (Harlan County North Main Flood Gate)
• KY 522 at mile point 8 (tree in utility lines, both lanes blocked).
• KY 221 at mile points 6.2-6.5 (trees down blocking both lanes)
• KY 987 at mile point 2.0 (trees down blocking both lanes)
• KY 2007 at mile point 1.9 (trees down blocking both lanes)
• KY 2019 (no mile points given) lanes are closed due to fallen tree
• KY 552 at mile point 17.3

Jackson County
• KY 3443 (Welchburg)
• KY 89S (Indian Creek) at mile points 5.5-15

Knox County
• KY 459 at mile points 0-1.5
• KY 1232 at mile points 2.5
• KY 223 at mile points 4-5 & 8-9
• KY 229 at mile points 0-3
• KY 1527 at mile points 0-0.3 & 2.0-2.2
• KY 1487 at mile points 1-1.1
• KY N11 at mile points 10-12 & 13-14
• KY 718 at mile points 1-2
• KY 3153 at mile points 0-1
• KY 3439 at mile points 1-2
• KY 11S at mile points 2.1-2.3
• KY 3441 at mile point 1.5-2.6
• KY 223 at mile points 1-2

Laurel County
• KY 354 at mile points 0-2.
• KY 552 at mile points 4.2.
• KY 80 at mile point 11.7 (By Flowers Bakery)
• KY 578 at mile point 6.2.

Leslie County
• KY 257 at mile points .057
• KY 1850 at mile point 4.907
• KY 1780 11 Slip blocking one lane
• KY 257 at mile point 1.5 Power pole blocking one lane
• KY 3424 4-5
• Junction of KY 80 and KY 1807 at mile point 6.204
• KY 699 at mile point .725
• U.S. 421 at mile points 31-32
• KY 2009 at mile point 11.7
• KY 257 from junction of KY 3424 at mile points 6.5 to 11.030
• KY 257 at mile point 2.0 (closed due to downed power lines and trees).

Whitley County
• KY 779 at mile point 11.5
• KY 1193 at mile point 1.693
• KY 2985 at mile point 0.8
• KY 204 at mile point 11.60
• KY 895 at 1.9
• KY 26 at mile point 1.8
• KY 26 at mile point 2.0
• KY 26 at mile point 3.4
• KY 26 at mile point 11.2
• KY 26 at mile point 13.5
• KY 26 at mile point .5
• KY 1064 at mile point 16.9
• KY 1064 at mile point 15.7
• KY 1064 at mile point 14.7
• KY 1064 at mile point 12.2
• KY 779 at mile point 10.2
• KY 779 at mile point 11.5
• KY 2996 at mile points 3.5-3.7 (Mud Lane)

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REPORTED HIGH WATER ROAD CLOSURES
Bell County
• KY 2013 at mile point 1.9
• KY 66 at mile point 4.6 (Wiser Branch Road), reduced to one lane.
• KY 221 at mile points 6-7. Reduced to one lane.
• KY 3486 (Old Pineville Pike)
• KY 188 at mile point 0.0
• KY 1534 at mile points 0-5.8 (Page Cutoff Community)
• KY 66 at mile points 0-1
• KY 2129 at mile points 0-1 (15th Street, Middlesboro)
• KY 217 at mile points 1.4
• KY 3483 at mile points 0-.8
• KY 1343 at mile points 4.8-5
• KY 2015 at mile points 0.7-2.8
• KY 92 at mile point 0.4
• KY 2014 at mile point 0.5
• KY 2394 at mile points 0-0.6
• KY 66 at mile point 0-2
• KY 66 at mile point 8
• KY 221 at mile point 0.1

Clay County
• KY 1524 at mile point 0.20
• KY 1350 at mile point 0.8
• U.S. 421 at mile point 22.5 (One Lane-SB)
• KY 687 at mile point 13.5 (One Lane)
• KY 66 at mile point 33.1
• KY 638 at mile point 3.2 (one lane)
• U.S. 421 at mile point 14-15
• KY 638 at mile points 12.5-12.6
• KY 80 at mile point 5.80

Harlan County
• KY 522 at mile points 12.4-12.5
• KY 72 at mile point 12.15 (Harlan County North Main Flood Gate)
• KY 1137 at mile points 0-3
• KY 522 at mile point 8 (tree in utility lines, both lanes blocked).
• KY 1137 at mile points 1.5-1.7 (one lane blocked)
• KY 522 at mile point 17-3 (Reduced to one lane due to slide.
• KY 221 at mile points 6.2-6.5 (trees down blocking both lanes)
• KY 987 at mile point 2.0 (trees down blocking both lanes)
• KY 2007 at mile point 1.9 (trees down blocking both lanes)

Jackson County
• KY 3443 (Welchburg)
• KY 89S (Indian Creek) at mile points 5.5-15

Knox County
• KY 459 at mile points 0-1.5
• KY 1232 at mile points 2.5
• KY 223 at mile points 4-5 & 8-9
• KY 229 at mile points 0-3
• KY 1527 at mile points 0-0.3 & 2.0-2.2
• KY 1487 at mile points 1-1.1
• KY N11 at mile points 10-12 & 13-14
• KY 718 at mile points 1-2
• KY 3153 at mile points 0-1
• KY 3439 at mile points 1-2
• KY 11S at mile points 2.1-2.3
• KY 3441 at mile point 1.5-2.6
• KY 223 at mile points 1-2

Laurel County
• KY 354 at mile points 0-2.
• KY 552 at mile points 4.2.
• KY 80 at mile point 11.7 (By Flowers Bakery)
• KY 578 at mile point 6.2.

Leslie County
• KY 257 at mile points .057
• KY 1850 at mile point 4.907
• KY 1780 11 Slip blocking one lane
• KY 257 at mile point 1.5 Power pole blocking one lane
• KY 3424 4-5
• Junction of KY 80 and KY 1807 at mile point 6.204
• KY 699 at mile point .725
• U.S. 421 at mile points 31-32
• KY 2009 at mile point 11.7
• KY 257 from junction of KY 3424 at mile points 6.5 to 11.030
• KY 257 at mile point 2.0 (closed due to downed power lines and trees).

Whitley County
• KY 779 at mile point 11.5
• KY 1193 at mile point 1.693
• KY 2985 at mile point 0.8
• KY 204 at mile point 11.60
• KY 895 at 1.9
• KY 26 at mile point 1.8
• KY 26 at mile point 2.0
• KY 26 at mile point 3.4
• KY 26 at mile point 11.2
• KY 26 at mile point 13.5
• KY 26 at mile point .5
• KY 1064 at mile point 16.9
• KY 1064 at mile point 15.7
• KY 1064 at mile point 14.7
• KY 1064 at mile point 12.2
• KY 779 at mile point 10.2
• KY 779 at mile point 11.5
• KY 2996 at mile points 3.5-3.7 (Mud Lane)

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀 Remember, Buzzed Driving IS Drunk Driving. If you’re celebrating today, please plan ahead and get home safely. 🚗💚 #DriveSober #StPatricksDaySafe

🏆 Hurry! The Kentucky Safe Teen Driving Challenge registration closes on FRIDAY. Teens aged 16-19 can win up to $2,000 by showcasing safe driving skills. Sign up before it's too late! 👉 https://kentuckyhighwaysafety.com/safe-teen-driving-challenge Special thanks to AAA for sponsoring the prizes! AAA Club Alliance

🚗 It’s Teen Driver Safety Week! You’re in the driver’s seat now—be safe and make sure everyone buckles up. Over the past three years in Kentucky, there have been more than 47,000 crashes involving teen drivers, leading to over 13,000 injuries and 210 deaths. Let’s work together to bring those numbers down. Buckle up, stay focused, and drive safe! #TeenDriverSafetyWeek #BuckleUp #DriveSmart #TeamKentucky

🚗 It’s Teen Driver Safety Week! You’re in the driver’s seat now—be safe and make sure everyone buckles up. Over the past three years in Kentucky, there have been more than 47,000 crashes involving teen drivers, leading to over 13,000 injuries and 210 deaths. Let’s work together to bring those numbers down. Buckle up, stay focused, and drive safe! #TeenDriverSafetyWeek #BuckleUp #DriveSmart #TeamKentucky

East-central, north-central, and south-central Kentucky are currently under a High Wind Warning. Please drive safely, Kentucky! Remember to buckle up, keep both hands on the wheel, reduce your speed, and watch for debris. Do not cross any roadways that are flooded. If you don’t have to be out, please stay indoors.

Kids need the right seat for the best protection! 🚗👶 From rear-facing to booster, making sure your child is in the correct seat keeps them safe on every ride. Double-check their seat today for peace of mind. 💺❤️ #RightSeatRightTime #CPSWeek #BuckleUp

📣 Child Passenger Safety Week kicked off yesterday! 🧸🚗 Let’s make sure our little ones are riding safely—every trip, every time. Check those car seats and boosters, because their safety is in your hands. 🤲 #CPSWeek #BuckleUp #ChildPassengerSafety

Planning a trip this weekend? Tell us where you’re headed! Whether it’s a road trip or a quick getaway, make sure to stay safe on the road. Share your destination and any travel tips you might have! 🚗🗺️✨

Let’s make this Labor Day weekend about fun, not fatalities. Stay safe, make smart choices, and remember: buzzed driving is drunk driving. #NoDUIFriday

🚌👧👦 It's back to school time! In 2022, Kentucky saw 371 school bus collisions. Please be cautious and patient around buses. Especially when their lights are flashing and when the stop sign is active. For more information about school bus safety, visit:https://www.education.ky.gov/districts/trans/Documents/Stop%20Laws_ADA_EH.pdf Kentucky Department of Education

Tiffany, Bob and Marla met with local and state enforcement agencies for Kentucky and Tennessee on Friday evening at the Cumberland Gap Tunnel for Hands Across the Border Traffic Check Point. Highway Patrol, Sheriff and Police Offices were focusing on DUIs and seat belt awareness.

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