Andy Beshear actually said...

"So many of these fatalities were due to attempts to drive through water, and drive through moving water, so folks, stay off the roads now and stay alive."

"This is one of the most dangerous weather events we've dealt with in at least a decade."

"Widespread flooding is continuing. The statewide impact is massive, with hundreds of water rescues and multiple fatalities. Evacuations are continuing as this event will continue through today. Please..."

"This is one of the most serious weather events we’ve dealt with in at least a decade."