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No Mandatory Evacuations in Marshall County

By Jacque Day

Benton, Ky. – In Marshall County, Emergency Management officials haven't issued a mandatory evacuation. Still, officials ask citizens to be proactive and voluntarily evacuate areas where the water is expected to rise. Marshall County has made sandbags available at 160 Homer Lucas Lane, across from Mike Miller Park on Highway 68. Marshall County's Emergency Operation Center can provide information for assistance in moving out belongings. The EOC can be reached at 270-527-6503. Items to prepare in the event of evacuation include mortgage, insurance policies, identification, medications, and clothing.