EMA Director: Area Vulnerable To Burning Outside
White County has seen an uptick in minor residential fires over the past couple days as citizens burn their brush and debris.
Lots Of Trees Down, No Injuries From Wind Storm
It has been a difficult day of cleanup after winds gusts of 55-60mph across the Upper Cumberland Tuesday night. White County EMA Director Matt McBride said the county has had around 50-60 trees fallen and several roofs on barns were blown off. McBride also said many White County residents are currently without power, with a […]
Severe Thunderstorms, Flooding Across Putnam
Severe thunderstorms led to flash flooding and wind damage Tuesday afternoon across the Upper Cumberland. Putnam EMA Director Brandon Smith said they saw a lot of flash flooding throughout the county between 4:00pm and 5:00pm, mostly inside of Cookeville. Smith said the Cookeville Fire Department had multiple teams in the Willow Avenue area working to […]
Minor Damage, Flooding After Wednesday’s Storms
Widespread flooding is affecting Upper Cumberland communities after Wednesday’s storms passed through. EMA Directors reported minimal damage to structures but advised caution for drivers. Jackson County EMA Director Derek Woolbright said any roads in the county near water are flooded and many are impassable. He said people should treat this like winter weather: if you […]
