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Flooding fears rise as saturated rivers swell; death toll at 19: Updates

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At least 19 people have died since the storms developed Wednesday , authorities say.

Flood stage for the Kentucky River near Monterey , Kentucky , is 33 feet .

The Kentucky River is expected to crest Tuesday morning at 57 feet , which would exceed the record by 3 inches .

Flooding and evacuations have led to additional concerns, including looters.