Gov. Andy Beshear said recovery efforts for recent floods will cost "hundreds of millions." FEMA head Kristi Noem got an up-close look at damage.

As cleanup efforts continue across eastern Kentucky, officials from the Federal Emergency Management Agency are assessing damage in Pike County.

"We deeply care about the needs of this community and we are going to partner with you in every way possible to ensure that this community can recover as swiftly as possible."

President Donald Trump declared a state of emergency for Kentucky on Sunday afternoon, allowing the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to assist with relief efforts.

Pike County Judge-Executive Ray Jones said the director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s tour of flood-stricken eastern Kentucky Tuesday will include a visit to his county.

In a release Monday, FEMA said it is coordinating with state and local officials to provide support to the portions of Kentucky, Virginia and West Virginia affected by recent flooding.

Gov. Beshear will be joined by Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) Secretary Jim Gray, Kentucky Emergency Management (KYEM) Director Eric Gibson, and FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Jeremy Slinker.

Clean-up efforts continue in Eastern Kentucky following recent floods, with Governor Andy Beshear providing an update on the state's recovery response.

In Kentucky, flood recovery efforts are still in full swing, serving as a stark reminder of the importance of being prepared for such events ahead of Severe Weather Awareness Week. Governor Andy Beshear announced Thursday that people who receive snap benefits in 22 counties across the Commonwealth can now purchase hot meals

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem met with Gov. Andy Beshear and Kentucky officials Wednesday after surveying extensive flood damage in eastern Kentucky. She said President Donald Trump does not intend to slash disaster relief efforts.