WAYLAND, Ky. (WMDJ) – Gov. Andy Beshear made a visit to Wayland on Friday, thanking first responders and swift water teams for their efforts to save lives in Floyd County.

Gov. Beshear greeted members of the Floyd County Emergency & Rescue Squad, Prestonsburg Fire Department, Garrett and Maytown Volunteer Fire Departments at the Wayland Gym, conveying his gratitude to first responders for their tireless efforts and dedication during the February flooding.

Floyd County Judge Executive Robbie Williams said first responders rescued a total of 307 individuals and 20 animals during the flood.

Gov. Beshear and First Lady Britainy Beshear met with swift water rescue teams from across the commonwealth this week. In total, Kentucky swift water teams rescued more than 1,000 Kentuckians during last month’s storms. The Governor thanked them for their work.