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Last Impact Plastics employee still missing two weeks after historic flooding
SUMMARY: Floodwaters in East Tennessee swept away six workers from Impact Plastics, with one person still missing. The incident occurred along the Noich Chucky River, where five bodies have been recovered and identified. The search for the missing worker, 29-year-old Rosa Andr, has become the largest operation in Unicoi County’s history. Chief William Edwards highlighted the challenges posed by extensive debris, requiring heavy equipment for the ongoing search. Rosa, originally from Mexico and a mother of two, was last heard from inside the factory. The CEO of Impact Plastics expressed condolences and is collaborating with authorities to investigate the incident.
Unicoi County Search and Rescue crews have recovered five bodies over the last two weeks, and are still looking for one more person.
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Morning Weather (1/7): Quiet and cold
SUMMARY: Good morning! Expect a chilly forecast for the next three days with no weather impact alerts until the end of the week. Winter weather advisories are in effect for higher elevations until 7 AM, and some beautiful snow pictures have emerged from early snow bands. A weather system is expected by Friday, though it’s still four days out, so details like timing and snowfall totals remain uncertain. Confidence is growing that this could be a snow event for East Tennessee, particularly toward Friday evening. We’ll keep monitoring the situation, especially for impact on the weekend. Stay tuned!
The morning weather report for East Tennessee on Tuesday, Jan. 7.
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How misinformation spread rapidly in Tennessee after Hurricane Helene
SUMMARY: In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, multiple workers died at Impact Plastics in Erwin, Tennessee. FEMA has established recovery centers and distributed $25 million in aid, yet many residents express skepticism about the agency’s effectiveness due to rapidly spreading misinformation on social media, often exacerbated by political figures. Rick Brewer from FEMA noted ongoing applications for aid even months post-disaster, while Martin Riedl, a media professor, highlighted how misinformation fuels distrust. Politicians like Tim Burchett have criticized FEMA, citing anecdotes about poor response, though these claims often lack concrete evidence. Experts urge verifying information before sharing.
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Lawmakers pushing to expand I-24 in Montgomery County
SUMMARY: Montgomery County, one of Tennessee’s fastest-growing areas, faces significant traffic issues, particularly on Interstate 24, which has seen no expansion since its opening in 1976. County Commissioner David Shelton highlights the dramatic rise in traffic due to population growth, from 30,000 in Clarksville in 1976 to nearly 200,000 today. With frequent crashes and delays—583 in 2024 alone—Shelton and fellow commissioners plan to urge state lawmakers to prioritize expanding I-24 by adding lanes on both sides. They also intend to request that the widening of State Route 237 in Clarksville be expedited, emphasizing the urgent need for infrastructure improvements.
While Montgomery County remains one of the fastest growing areas in the state, leaders say the roads haven’t keep up.
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