Driver trapped in flood water rescued

A motorist whose car became trapped in flood waters on Saturday afternoon was rescued.
The incident occurred when a car entered flood water from Lick Branch onto Warrior's Path at Flat Lick. The East Knox Volunteer Fire Department rescued the sole occupant of the vehicle. No injuries were reported from the accident.
Knox County Sheriff Mike Smith encourages motorists to avoid traveling onto water-covered roadways, remaining "weather-aware" and stay safe.
Several roadways across the county took on significant amounts of flooding due to heavy rainfall earlier Saturday. Many roads and side roads remain unsafe to pass as of Saturday evening, February 15.
Assisting EKVFD at the scene were Knox County Sheriff's Deputy Beth Hensley and Deputy David Dunn.