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EPISODE · Mar 26, 2026 · 35 MIN

EP 13: Round Table with Ray, an interview with the Emergency Management Director

from The City of Frankfort Podcast · host cityoffrankfortpod

Spring is on the way, and you know what that means in Kentucky—severe weather season is right around the corner. This week, host Scott sits down with Ray Kinney, Frankfort's Emergency Management Director, to talk about how our community prepares for tornadoes, severe storms, flooding, and other weather emergencies, especially as we come up on the one year Frankfort Flood anniversary. More importantly, Ray shares how YOU can prepare your family and home before the storms hit. Let's get prepared, Frankfort! IN THIS EPISODE: What does Frankfort's Emergency Management Department actually do? How the city prepares for severe weather events Kentucky's spring severe weather risks: tornadoes, flooding, and storms Warning systems: sirens, alerts, and how to stay informed Common preparedness mistakes people make Resources available to Frankfort residents ABOUT RAY KINNEY: Ray Kinney serves as Emergency Management Director for the City of Frankfort, coordinating emergency preparedness, response, and recovery efforts for our community. From severe weather to public health emergencies, Ray and his team work behind the scenes to keep Frankfort safe and ready for whatever comes our way.

Spring is on the way, and you know what that means in Kentucky—severe weather season is right around the corner. This week, host Scott sits down with Ray Kinney, Frankfort's Emergency Management Director, to talk about how our community prepares for tornadoes, severe storms, flooding, and other weather emergencies, especially as we come up on the one year Frankfort Flood anniversary. More importantly, Ray shares how YOU can prepare your family and home before the storms hit. Let's get prepared, Frankfort! IN THIS EPISODE: What does Frankfort's Emergency Management Department actually do?How the city prepares for severe weather events Kentucky's spring severe weather risks: tornadoes, flooding, and storms Warning systems: sirens, alerts, and how to stay informed Common preparedness mistakes people make Resources available to Frankfort residents ABOUT RAY KINNEY: Ray Kinney serves as Emergency Management Director for the City of Frankfort, coordinating emergency preparedness, response, and recovery efforts for our community. From severe weather to public health emergencies, Ray and his team work behind the scenes to keep Frankfort safe and ready for whatever comes our way.

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Spring is on the way, and you know what that means in Kentucky—severe weather season is right around the corner. This week, host Scott sits down with Ray Kinney, Frankfort's Emergency Management Director, to talk about how our community prepares...

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