Mayor: 2 dead in Cocke County after flooding
Cocke County Mayor Rob Mathis has shared that two people are dead after flooding in the county in the aftermath of Helene. Mathis shared about the two deaths during an update on social media, adding that the county has no more missing persons.
‘There’s never been a flood like this’ | Cocke County officials provide update on flooding
Officials said the city hall and police department were “incapacitated” due to flooding in downtown Newport.
Evacuations expected in Cocke County due to flooding
The Cocke County Emergency Management Agency shared that evacuations are expected for those affected by flooding along the Pigeon and French Broad Rivers.
Cocke County, Newport evacuations ordered after Tennessee dam failure
High waters from both the Pigeon and French Broad rivers has closed several roads and led to evacuations and water rescues.
I-40 shut down from Cocke County into North Carolina after flooding, mudslides
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The North Carolina Department of Transportation said a mudslide shut down I-40 just outside of Asheville Friday afternoon. On the North Carolina side of I-40, NCDOT said both eastbound and westbound of I-40 is shut down at mile marker 15.
Cocke County, Newport evacuations ordered after false alarm over 'catastrophic' dam failure
High waters from both the Pigeon and French Broad rivers closed several roads and led to evacuations and water rescues in East Tennessee.
Parts of Cocke County, TN evacuated due to flooding
Flooding from Hurricane Helene led to evacuations in parts of East Tennessee. KAT to the Knicks? It's happening. Max Matus, 18, says the ball was 'forcefully taken away' from him during the Sept. 19 game.
Sevier County EMA: Sevier County communities under evacuation order
Sevier County EMA has issued evacuation orders for Deerfield Mobile Park and the lower side of Bingham Island Subdivision.
NC dam no longer at risk of failing, Flash Flood Warning caused by dam canceled for Cocke County
The mayor of Cocke County declared a state of emergency, and the National Weather Service issued a Flash Flood Warning.
Tennessee floods: Pigeon River overflows in Cocke County
The Pigeon River overflows in Cocke County after heavy rain from Tropical Storm Helene Friday, Sept. 27, 2024.
Newport neighbors say community is coming together in the aftermath of historic flooding
Much of the flooding affected neighbors along the Pigeon and French Broad Rivers. NEWPORT, Tennessee — Some Cocke County ...
TDOT: Five state bridges ‘completely gone’ after flooding, several others closed
As of Sunday afternoon, Reid said 27 sections of TDOT roadway are closed. He also said 14 state bridges were closed, ...
LIVE UPDATES: East Tennessee is devastated by Helene - get county-by-county updates
Greeneville's water supply will run out Sept. 29, Laura White, Greeneville Water Commission superintendent told Knox News.
'That's all that matters' | Faith keeping Newport family together after flooding destroyed home
A Bible Janet Sams keeps in her car remained intact, even after being soaked from the storms that destroyed her home.
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Cocke County Officials Urge Residences to Evacuate Amidst Rising Floodwaters From Hurricane Helene's Aftermath
Cocke County residents are evacuating due to flooding from Hurricane Helene's remnants, with shelters open for those in need.
Flooding, storm damage assessed in East TN communities
Officials in East Tennessee communities were sharing updates over the weekend as the impacts and damage from Friday’s ...
LIVE UPDATES: Amid rescue efforts, 10 people still missing in Unicoi County
With the help of countless resources from across county and state lines, first responders in Unicoi County have been able to ...
Newport Utilities declares state of emergency for all water operations, Cocke Co. under Boil Water Advisory
COCKE COUNTY, Tenn. — Newport Utilities has declared a state of emergency for all water operations after flooding from ...