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5-3-2011 Area Flooding

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Looking S toward Paducah from Smithland, KY - Taken by George Cumbee
Looking S toward Paducah from Smithland, KY - Taken by George Cumbee		 So. IL farmland across from Paducah, - Taken by George Cumbee
So. IL farmland across from Paducah, - Taken by George Cumbee		 Paducah downtown-Covention Center-Expo Center - Taken by George Cumbee
Paducah downtown-Covention Center-Expo Center - Taken by George Cumbee		 Metropolis, Harrah's in background-By Jerry Chumbler
Metropolis, Harrah's in background-By Jerry Chumbler
Metropolis, by Jerry Chumbler
Metropolis, by Jerry Chumbler		 I-24 Bridge by Jerry Chumbler
I-24 Bridge by Jerry Chumbler		 Brookport Bridge - by Jerry Chumbler
Brookport Bridge - by Jerry Chumbler		 Paducah Downtown - by Jerry Chumbler
Paducah Downtown - by Jerry Chumbler
Confluence Ohio and TN rivers - by Jerry Chumbler
Confluence Ohio and TN rivers - by Jerry Chumbler		 Ledbetter, KY - by Jerry Chumbler
Ledbetter, KY - by Jerry Chumbler		 Ledbetter, KY - by Jerry Chumbler
Ledbetter, KY - by Jerry Chumbler		 Cumberland River at Smithland - by Jerry Chumbler
Cumberland River at Smithland - by Jerry Chumbler
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debbie howard 28-Sep-2011 04:04
photo of a horse on the porch,during flood.
Guest 11-Jun-2011 14:48
Thepictures were awesome Thanks for sharing
Guest 16-May-2011 15:14
Alsion - I think the plan to remove the permanent floodwall came with a plan that used a new, mobile wall that can be set up during flooding.
guest 10-May-2011 15:32
My father survived the 1937 flood. He was a farmer in S.E.Mo. He had to let the team of work horses loose and they swam to higher ground . He was a great athlete or he would not have made it. He told us that they did blow levees below us to relieve the pressure. Today our farm is surrounded by drainage ditch , father donated the land ---which proved to be to our advantage.
Guest 09-May-2011 19:12
Watching all the news on the flood; I feel so much emotion for all the many people that have lost homes, jobs, and more during this horrible and difficult time. I hope and pray that all involved in this tragedy have a strong belief in God. He really is the
only one that will always be there for them. I pray for them now.
Alison 09-May-2011 01:56
I heard over the last few years that the Mayor of Paducah wanted to do away with the floodwall to improve the looks of downtown Paducah. Think he has changed his mind now???????????
Bob Cooper 09-May-2011 00:42
My mother was a Paducah teenager during the 1937 flood and now she's almost 90 years old and experiencing flooding equal to that flood, but this time there are flood gates and dirt berms to help hold back the swollen river(s). Although I live in Oregon (high and dry), it is great viewing these detail photos of areas flood scenes from Smithland to Metropolis. Thanks for great photo journalism.
Karen V 08-May-2011 18:19
I read a book called "Long Knife" by Alexander Thom, about George Clark from the early 1800's describing the flood during the US campaign which eventually got us the Louisiana Territory. This is the flood of our time which so visually brings those scenes to mind. God bless all those in this tremendous tragic event. We all need to chip in and help support those efforts to provide basic needs now and recovery hopefully coming soon.
sharon farnham 07-May-2011 20:43
I have a friend from my childhood I love a lot lived next store to me when I was a child her name Judy Swicegood Looper I got a email today aboiut her someidiot put it in spam I tried to retreve it dissappeared . She lives in Livingston Tennessee the mother of 5 kids haven't seen her in yearrs was going to go see her last year got busy and didn't get there good person great friend more like family then friend I hate it if she died .
Frank P. 07-May-2011 18:20
UGLY! Got Harry's Ark put together yet?
Gary Miller 06-May-2011 18:53
Grew up in Metro and have been living in Richmond, VA since 82. I actually heard a live report on the flooding in Metropolis on a national newscast as I was driving into work yesterday. I rememeber canoeing over flooded farmer's fields when I was in HS (with David Cartwright!)but certainly don't remember anything this bad!
Chuck Coovert 06-May-2011 18:29
Born and raised in Paducah. Thank god for whom ever had the foresight for the flood gates.
Jesse Rogers 06-May-2011 17:48
Thanks for your efforts and the expense you go to and make this possible for all to see. Living in Livingston County all my life, this is the worst its been since '37 but that was a little before my time. Jesse Rogers
Guest 06-May-2011 17:22
I went to high school in Metropolis, IL. I've been in FL for the past 37 years, but still have family in Metropolis and Western KY. I spent many weekends in Smithland, KY with my Grandmother when I was a child. My Dad had to move out due to flooding in Calvert City, Ky and doesn't know when he'll be able to return. I can't be there, but your great photos tell the story of suffering beyond my comprehension.
Guest 06-May-2011 13:40
I grew up near the Shooter's site and was really interested in those photos and others along that side of the river between Paducah and I-24. It is hard to imagine from the ground, but you give us full insight into the extent of the flooding. I hope you do one more flight today or tomorrow since that is the crest (hopefully). You are recording history!
Guest 06-May-2011 06:06
Thank you everybody who posted a picture, they are awesome and very humbling. I'm also very thankful that we have a God who took the time to give us His word that warns us ahead of time of all these catastrophic events that are happening so that we may get prepared and ready for His return. Samod
Guest 06-May-2011 02:50
Thank you for the pictures. I grew up in Metropolis and I have been looking daily for pictures and updates. This really says it all. My prayers are with all of the flood victims.
Clara Flores 06-May-2011 01:00
Clara Flores
So sad, I have family members, and friends in the area, My heart aches for you.
Guest 06-May-2011 00:59
The water hasn't been this high since 1937.
drsloan 05-May-2011 21:47
i may be wrong but in my 61 yrs i dont remember it ever being this bad
Jerry Cook 05-May-2011 21:39
Really good pictures. I grew up in Lone Oak and left Paducah in 1967. I have pictures of my Dad in a boat in the flood of 1937. He spoke of that flood many times. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the people affected by this flood.
Lynn Hayden 05-May-2011 19:23
thank you so much for the pictures. I send links to my family who do not live in the area any more and these are some awesome pics.
Milissa cornwell 05-May-2011 19:12
Thank everyone for all the prayers and help with Sherrie and Rickys house . Would like to thank all of our client for their thought, prayers , phone calls and concerns. We love you too .
Larry 05-May-2011 16:03
It hurts to see these photos. Was born in Metropolis in 1940. May GOD help everyone. Larry
Guest 05-May-2011 15:19
Thank you so much, grew up in Paducah, live in Gold Canyon, AZ.
Thinking about folks back home. Paul Jaquith
Guest 05-May-2011 13:34
Thank you for sharing these pictures. I was borm in Metropolis (1942) and remember some flooding but all that these pictures show now. Prayers for all effected.DAC

Joe 05-May-2011 11:35
Jerry did a great job with his camera, as he usually does.
guest 05-May-2011 03:32
Thank you for taking and posting all these photographs--extremely good job on photos and wonderful to be able to see how horrible the flooding really is as I grew up in the area but have not lived there for a long time--may the good Lord bless ya'll for taking & posting these pics and answer your prayers.
Sharon 05-May-2011 02:14
We are heading that way at the end of the month. Hard to believe the familiar places are covered with water. Prayers to all there.
Guest 05-May-2011 01:38
That's f the hell up. My hometown Charleston oh no
Guest 04-May-2011 23:04
Great work guys, I graduated from Heath HS with George, I been away for 41 yrs but my thoughts are with my friends and family in the area who are suffering through this event.

Regards Dana Dugger
suzette 04-May-2011 22:28
wonderful pictures yet sad. just came back from pirates cove resort at johnathan creek. the flooding is unbelievable around the boat dock, campgrounds and beach area.
Jack Shelby 04-May-2011 22:10
Thanks for the pictures. I took my first boat ride in 1937 too in Harrisburg, IL. I was less than a year old at the time, so I don't remember it, but I remember being told about it. Our Disaster Relief volunteers are working in the Metropolis area, sandbagging and serving hot meals. (Check us out at Illinois Baptist Disaster Relief on Facebook.)
Guest 04-May-2011 22:06
Thank you for sharing your photos. We know it is bad but these are amazing. We will send to our family out of town, so they can keep all these folks in their prayers. J. Davenport
Steve Orenduff 04-May-2011 22:00
thank you for the pictures, i'm from Livingston county, It's a mess here, Your pics prove it..... thanks again, Steve Orenduff
Steve Orenduff 04-May-2011 22:00
thank you for the pictures, i'm from Livingston county, It's a mess here, Your pics prove it..... thanks again, Steve Orenduff
Guest 04-May-2011 21:14
Jack Benson
I am told my first trip out of the house was in a boat in the flood of 1937
Guest 04-May-2011 19:56
I am sorry to see all of the flooding in familiar places. We, too, here in Mississippi are expecting the worst flood since 1937. I often heard my dad speak of that one.
Pamela Perryman 04-May-2011 18:57
Thanks for sharing your Awesome Pictures...
Guest 04-May-2011 18:56
Thank you for sharing these photos!!! They really put things into perspective!!
Guest 04-May-2011 17:44
Don't know you but sure appreciate you posting these photos..I have shared them with many relatives who have moved away from Paducah.
Tom Butler 04-May-2011 16:59
Hi George, we are archiving some of the pictures and video from the flood. I wonder if we could have your permission to use some of your photos for in some upcoming programs that we are working on and will be working on. Thanks for considering this request

Tom Butler
West Ky Community and Technical College
Tom.Butler@kctcs.edu
Tom Butler 04-May-2011 16:58
Hi George, we are archiving some of the pictures and video from the flood. I wonder if we could have your permission to use some of your photos for in some upcoming programs that we are working on and will be working on. Thanks for considering this request

Tom Butler
West Ky Community and Technical College
Tom.Butler@kctcs.edu
Theresia 04-May-2011 15:49
These are good pics,I wish someone would take some in our area like this in Lake County Tenn...
Sharon 04-May-2011 15:13
To all my family and friends in Paducah been thinking of you. Hope everyone is safe.
Guest 04-May-2011 14:42
Great pictures of a horrific event. We who live in the north can better identify with your plight from these photos. God give you strength and courage to face the challenges which you cannot change. Bob W.
cyndi freeman 04-May-2011 13:57
thanks 4 sharing the pics ! u got some gd pics here
Guest 04-May-2011 13:20
Though I no longer live in Western Kentucky, my heart goes out to everyone there.
My prayers are with you. This too shall pass and you will be stronger for it.
Guest 04-May-2011 12:21
To see flooding of Union County, Kentucky, go to facebook and search Union County Flood 2011. These are also some awesome pictures of the devastation caused by flooding.
Guest 04-May-2011 06:07
The very best pics I have seen.
Guest 04-May-2011 04:14
You might just have the best shots from the whole thing.
Guest 04-May-2011 01:55
Can u get a shot of my moms, Betty Varnums, old fairgrounds?
Guest 04-May-2011 01:53
Pictures are awesomely devastating . Thanks Alot. Been stressin for my
Metropolis people, Jessi Cusker
Guest 04-May-2011 01:53
Pictures are awesomely devastating . Thanks Alot. Been stressin for my
Metropolis people, Jessi Cusker
Guest 04-May-2011 01:53
Pictures are awesomely devastating . Thanks Alot. Been stressin for my
Metropolis people, Jessi Cusker
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