The first wave of snow began early Sunday and conditions worsened throughout the day into the evening as snow was replaced by freezing rain. The ice-and-sleety mix fell on top of the morning snow, snarling traffic, closing Kentucky’s three major airports and closing dozens of churches, restaurants and stores.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Six Kentuckians died due to the winter storm that swept through the commonwealth. Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said a woman from Spencer County died from an injury related to the storm, and five men — from Oldham, Franklin, Boone and Breckinridge counties — died due to injuries or medical emergencies.