Andy Beshear said today in providing another update on response efforts to the severe winter cold affecting much of the commonwealth. Kentucky Emergency Management (KYEM): KYEM has received and responded to 942 calls to the rapid needs assessment line, 502-607-6665. Kentucky State Police (KSP): KSP telecommunicators have received 9,691 calls for service related to the winter storm, conducted 448 wellness checks and responded to 649 requests for motorist assistance. Emergency Declaration: On Friday, the Governor issued a state of emergencydeclaration, activating state resources to help protect Kentucky communities and families. Safety Tips: The Governor warned Kentuckians to take breaks while shoveling, noting that the state lost six people in 2025 to snow removal incidents.