Flash Report #1 Severe Weather Event

HIGHLIGHTS

• Severe weather has impacted several counties in Tennessee resulting in power outages, debris, and structure damages.
• The State Emergency Operations Center activated in Nashville to support statewide severe weather efforts.
• The Tennessee Department of Health has confirmed 7 weather-related fatalities in McNairy County.
• The number of injuries and damaged structures is unknown. Damage assessments are ongoing.

CURRENT SITUATION

Overnight, a line of severe storms passed through Tennessee and has caused damage to buildings, roads, and utilities in several counties across the state. Damage assessments across the state are ongoing.

SHELTERS

• Currently there are 2 shelters open to storm survivors.
• Cannon County: Westside Elementary School, 3714 Murfreesboro Rd, Readyville, TN
• Tipton County: Covington Sports Plex, 790 Bert Johnston Ave, Covington, TN

TDOT

• TDOT is assisting with debris roadway removal in impacted counties.

TDH

• The Tennessee Department of Health has confirmed 7 weather-related fatalities in McNairy County.

PROTECTIVE ACTIONS/KEY MESSAGES

• Continue to monitor radio and television broadcasts for further emergency information and instructions.
• Do not enter damaged buildings or hazardous locations.
• Avoid downed power lines.
• If your house or property sustained damage, take pictures before cleanup efforts and contact your insurance company.
• Contact your local emergency management agency if you need immediate assistance.

FORECAST

Memphis: High of 69 degrees and sunny with 17 mph winds. Low of 44 degrees tonight.

Nashville: High of 74 degrees and mostly sunny with winds of 26 mph. Low of 37 degrees tonight.

Knoxville: High of 75 degrees and mostly sunny with winds of 24 mph. Low of 39 degrees tonight.

Chattanooga: High of 78 degrees and partly cloudy with winds of 20 mph. Low of 41 degrees tonight.

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