West Paducah, Kentucky facts for kids
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West Paducah
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 West Paducah
Location in Kentucky
West Paducah
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | McCracken County |
| Elevation | 361 ft (110 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Zip |
42086
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| Area code(s) | 270 & 364 |
| GNIS feature ID | 506464 |
West Paducah is a community in McCracken County, Kentucky, United States. It is an unincorporated community, which means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. This community is located about 361 feet (110 meters) above sea level.
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History of West Paducah
A very sad event happened at Heath High School in West Paducah. On December 1, 1997, a tragic incident occurred where some students were hurt. This event deeply affected the community and is a difficult part of its history.
Education in West Paducah
Public schools in West Paducah are managed by McCracken County Public Schools. Students in the area attend several local schools.
Local Schools
- Heath Elementary School
- Heath Middle School
- Heath High School
Notable People from West Paducah
Some important people have come from West Paducah. One well-known person is Julian Carroll.
Julian Carroll, Governor of Kentucky
- Julian Carroll served as the Governor of Kentucky. The governor is the leader of the state government.
Climate in West Paducah
The weather in West Paducah has warm, wet summers and winters that are usually mild or cool. This type of weather is known as a humid subtropical climate.
Understanding Humid Subtropical Climate
This climate is often shown as "Cfa" on climate maps. It means the area gets a lot of rain throughout the year. Summers are hot and humid, while winters are not too cold.
