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Helene has major impacts across East TN
SUMMARY: Tropical Storm Helen has severely impacted East Tennessee, causing school closures and disrupting the healthcare system. Unoy County Hospital closed earlier due to major flooding from Helen’s aftermath in Florida. Roads in the area are heavily flooded, leading to dangerous conditions, as illustrated by a semi attempting to cross a flooded path. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park closed several roads, including Newfound Gap Road, limiting access. While some lower elevation areas remain open, visits are discouraged. Additionally, over 50 individuals were safely evacuated from Unoy County Hospital, highlighting ongoing safety efforts amid the flooding.
Helene has major impacts across East TN
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Rivers overflow in North Carolina
SUMMARY: In North Carolina, heavy rains from Hurricane Helen have caused severe flooding, particularly in the mountains and around Winston-Salem, with water levels surpassing building roofs. Residents report unprecedented flooding, prompting emergency officials near Charlotte to advise evacuations along a major river system. A power company is managing a dam to redirect rainwater between lakes as shelters are set up for displaced individuals. For ongoing updates on Helen’s impact, visit wkrn.com and utilize the WKRN weather app to receive important alerts directly on your phone this weekend.
North Carolina saw a lot of rainfall in the wake of Hurricane Helene.
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Parts of Cocke County, TN evacuated due to flooding
SUMMARY: A state of emergency has been declared by the county mayor due to severe flooding, prompting urgent evacuation for residents near water. Concerns arose about the potential failure of the Waterville Dam, but the state Emergency Management Agency confirmed it remains intact, albeit at full capacity. Local officials warn that returning home is unsafe. State Representative Jeremy Faasen noted the unprecedented storm’s impact, which has even overwhelmed smaller bridges, but praised the rescue efforts across the state. He reported that the river is currently hazardous, but water levels are expected to begin receding within 12 hours.
Flooding from Hurricane Helene led to evacuations in parts of East Tennessee.
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Bill Lee issues executive order due flooding from Hurricane Helene
SUMMARY: Hurricane Helen has caused severe devastation as it transitions into a tropical depression, affecting areas from Florida to Tennessee. The storm has submerged roads, leaving many residents without power and in need of rescue. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has issued an executive order for disaster relief. In East Tennessee, significant flooding has led to road closures, particularly on I-40, and rescue operations were conducted at a hospital in Unicoi County where over 50 patients and staff were trapped. The National Guard has joined efforts to assist the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency in rescue efforts.
Flooding from Hurricane Helene has severely impacted parts of East Tennessee, with Middle Tennessee seeing rain and wind.
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