posted on January 30, 2009

Ice Storm Forces Many to Shelters in Ohio County

By: Daniel Kemp, daniel.kemp@wbko.com
Published: Jan 28, 2009
Source: WBKO

Power outages are still rising as Kentucky struggles through a massive winter storm that's coating the Commonwealth with snow and ice.

There are continuing efforts to keep Ohio County residents safe from the cold.

Three shelters have been set up where residents without power ranging in ages from one to 98 are taking refuge.

Emergency officials at the shelter we went to say their cots have been full--something that's expected to last at least a few more days.

"It's been pretty wild. I don't remember this happening in a long time," long-time Ohio County resident, Robert Dockery said.

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