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        Pulaski County Sheriff's Office warns of scams following tornado

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        Person found dead on Russell Cave Road identified as missing teen, police say

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        Storm devastation brings Laurel County neighborhood together

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        Daily Forecast

        Needed quiet weather for Sunday

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        Arrangements announced for fire major who died during tornado response

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        Neighbors react to devastating aftermath of storms in Pulaski Co.

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        Tornado devastates Laurel County, community rallies amid destruction

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        Lexington firefighters deploy to help in Laurel, Pulaski counties after storms

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        KYEM: Document damage, wait for disaster declaration to apply for FEMA aid

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        At least 9 confirmed dead in 'mass casualty' event in Laurel County

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        Covering Kentucky

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