Three people died after flash flooding in Madison County near Richmond, coroner says

Three people died after flash flooding swept through Richmond in Madison County on June 27, according to Madison County Coroner Jimmy Cornelison. The coroner said his office has confirmed the deaths but has not released the names of the victims.

WKYT reported the fatalities were tied to the rapid flooding that affected parts of Richmond during the evening of June 27. Residents and witnesses described sudden water and dangerous conditions, and one survivor spoke publicly about what he experienced as the flooding intensified.

Cornelison said his office is working through the post-incident process required after deaths occur during major weather events. The coroner’s office has not indicated in the initial update when family notifications are complete or when a public name release will occur.

Madison County emergency response personnel and other local officials are dealing with the aftermath of the flooding, including assessing damage and continuing public safety steps for people who may be returning to affected areas. Reports described flooding that developed quickly, leaving little time for residents to react.

Because the incident is being investigated through standard death review procedures, the coroner’s office has not publicly detailed individual circumstances of death. Additional information typically depends on confirmation of identities, next-of-kin notifications, and review of any relevant medical and scene-related findings.

The coroner’s office could provide further updates as the death investigation continues. For now, residents are urged to continue monitoring official guidance related to flood safety, particularly in areas subject to standing water, unstable ground, or blocked drainage after heavy rainfall.