NUNN ISSUES STATEMENT REGARDING WEATHER-RELATED DEATH IN SADIEVILLE
FRANKFORT, KY (Feb. 18, 2025)—The following is a statement from Sen. Matt Nunn, R-Sadieville, regarding the reported death in Sadieville in Scott County due to severe weather.
"I'm saddened to learn of the tragic loss of Paul Licato here in Sadieville due to severe flooding. My heart goes out to his family and his community during this incredibly difficult time. Our neighbors are family too, so the city of Sadieville and Scott County join the city of Cynthiana and Harrison County in mourning his loss.
"Events like this remind us of the power of nature and how important it is to stay vigilant during extreme weather conditions. I am in contact with Judge Joe Pat Covington and other fellow officials regarding the conditions here in the 17th Senate District.
"I'm praying and asking everyone to remain safe and not take unnecessary chances. Wherever you are headed to can wait, so as they say, please turn around; don't drown."
"I extend my gratitude to the first responders and emergency personnel who are in the elements doing all they can to help those in danger.
"Please join me in keeping this family and all those affected in your prayers."
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Sen. Matt Nunn represents the 17th Senate District, including Grant and Scott Counties, southern Kenton County, and northwestern Fayette County. Elected to the Senate in November, Nunn succeeded Kentucky's longest-serving Senate majority floor leader, Sen. Damon Thayer. Nunn is co-chair of the Budget Review Subcommittee on Economic Development, Natural Resources, and Environmental Protection. He is also a member of the Senate Committees on Economic Development, Tourism, and Labor; Appropriations and Revenue; Licensing and Occupations; Agriculture; and Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection. Additionally, Nunn serves on the Legislative Oversight and Investigations Committee.