We're truly in the midst of a historic event as rivers flood across much of Kentuckiana. While most rivers won't top out at their highest levels ever, it will be a memorable and highly impactful event. Let's go through some of our area rivers to see where they stack up against some top flooding events.

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Louisville April rainfall total as of Sunday evening, April 6th

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The Salt River will top out as its 6th highest crest in recorded history if it reaches current forecast levels.

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The Ohio River at McAlpine Upper will top out as the 9th highest crest in recorded history if it reaches current forecast levels.

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The Rolling Fork River will top out in the number 3 spot for highest crests if it reaches current forecast levels.

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The East Fork White River in Seymour, Indiana, has already topped out at its the 3rd highest crest in recorded history. It drop from major flood stage to minor flood stage by April 9th. It will return to action stage by April 11th.

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Finally, the Kentucky River at the Frankfort Lock could top out at its highest crest in recorded history tonight if it reaches its current forecast crest. It already solidly secured second place Sunday evening.

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