田纳西州和肯塔基州的州长宣布进入紧急状态，因为严重风暴和可能的龙卷风迫在眉睫。 Governors in Tennessee and Kentucky declare emergencies as severe storms and possible tornadoes loom.

田纳西州和肯塔基州州长在预计会带来暴风雨、大雨和可能的龙卷风的恶劣天气之前宣布进入紧急状态。 Tennessee and Kentucky governors declared states of emergency ahead of severe weather expected to bring storms, heavy rain, and possible tornadoes. 在田纳西州，州长比尔·李 （Bill Lee） 的声明允许加急援助和联邦援助。 In Tennessee, Governor Bill Lee’s declaration allows for expedited assistance and federal aid. 肯塔基州州长安迪·贝希尔 （Andy Beshear） 启动了紧急行动中心和国民警卫队，肯塔基州最西部地区面临严重风暴的高风险。 Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear activated the Emergency Operations Center and National Guard units, with far western Kentucky facing a high risk of severe storms. 这两个州都在为可能的历史性降雨和山洪暴发做准备。 Both states are preparing for potential historic rainfall and flash flooding.