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City of Kingsport lifts boil water advisory
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) – The City of Kingsport lifted its boil water notice on Thursday. On Wednesday, a waterline broke inside the city’s water filtration plant property. The plant had to be shut down to be fixed. The city said no contaminants ever entered the water system, and the precautionary boil water notice has been […]
Salvation Army launches FORTS shelter in the Tri-Cities to assist in flood relief efforts
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — For the first time in Tennessee, The Salvation Army deployed its new FORTS (Fold-Out Rigid Temporary Shelter) unit in the Tri-Cities in response to Hurricane Helene. A release from the organization said the unit is serving as an Incident Command Post at the Salvation Army Thrift Store parking lot in […]
27 still missing in Tennessee after floods, TEMA reports
Editor’s Note: Washington County, Tennessee officials hosted a media briefing on disaster relief efforts on Friday. The full briefing can be watched above. GREENE COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Eleven flood deaths have been confirmed and 27 people remain missing in Tennessee as of Thursday night, according to the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA). TEMA issued […]
Here's how you can apply for assistance after Helene flooding
SEVIER COUNTY, Tenn. — Many East Tennesseans are still reeling from the damage caused by Tropical Storm Helene. The devastating floods have affected Carter, Cocke, Greene, Hamblen, Hawkins, Johnson, Unicoi, and Washington counties. In response, President Joe Biden and Gov. Bill Lee issued a Major Disaster Declaration for those counties.
Bill allowing use of deadly force to protect property likely to resurface during 2025 legislative session
Under the current TN law, in most situations, people are prohibited from using deadly force to defend their property from theft or when making a citizen's arrest, even if they don't pull the trigger.
Washington Co., Tenn. homeowner discusses property loss, FEMA shares how to apply for aid
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and state-level agencies like the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) are accepting applications for disaster assistance following severe flooding in the region from Hurricane Helene. FEMA spokesperson Michael Hart shared numerous ways for residents to apply for aid. Residents can either call 1-800-621-3362 or […]
Tennessee National Guard continues flood relief efforts following Hurricane Helene
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — More than 450 Soldiers and Airmen from the Tennessee National Guard are actively engaged in relief efforts in East Tennessee, assisting state, county, and local first responders in areas severely impacted by flooding from Hurricane Helene. These guardsmen are currently providing 24-hour, ground and aerial rescue...
Jonesborough lifts boil water advisory for some
JONESBOROUGH, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Town of Jonesborough said in a release that the boil water advisory for all roads off Highway 107, excluding a few homes on the end of Charlie Carson Road. The advisory has been lifted for all homes and businesses north from the intersection of 81N and Tittle Circle to Highway […]
Washington County, Tennessee leaders hold public information meeting about disaster relief efforts
CHUCKEY, Tenn. (WJHL) – County and state officials held a public information meeting at South Central Elementary School on Thursday to provide updates about disaster relief efforts that have been taking place in Washington County, Tennessee. Washington County Mayor, Joe Grandy said a lot of restoration efforts have taken place since the flooding. “Power has […]
Hensley: Pray for East Tennessee in aftermath of Hurricane Helene
Recently, East Tennessee was devastated by severe floods caused by Hurricane Helene. The damage is horrific. Over 600 homes are damaged and at least 120 homes are completely destroyed. On top of that, many others are left without power and water. On Oct. 2, the federal government approved a major disaster declaration for Carter, Cocke, Greene, Hamblen, Hawkins, Johnson, Unicoi and Washington, which will make federal funding available for those hard hit counties. ...
Free replacement driver’s licenses, ID available for East TN flood victims
The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security is offering free replacement identification licenses and driver licenses to those impacted by the East Tennessee floods at Driver Services mobile units in Carter, Unicoi and Cocke Counties.
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