SOMERSET, Ky. (FOX 56) – Pulaski County officials have revealed the name of a 62-year-old man who reportedly froze to death during a winter storm to FOX 56 News.
Coroner Clyde Strunk said 11 people were killed in the weekend winter storm, which Gov. Beshear announced Jan. 28, including James L. Phillips, 62, of Lake Bay.
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Authorities said coroners were called around 8:45 a.m. Tuesday near Bend of the Lakes Road. Trees and power lines blocked the road leading to Phillips’ camper trailer, making it impossible for first responders to get through the debris.
Officials said the camper was in poor condition and the temperature inside was no warmer than outside.
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Governor Beshear announced that the Kentucky Emergency Relief Fund will provide support to families of victims of winter storms to help with funeral expenses.
“If we can provide help to these families, we hope so, and we hope that this support can bring a little light in a dark time. Our prayers are with these families during this difficult time.”
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