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VSP Helicopters Rescue People Stranded On Roof Of TN Hospital Amid Hurricane Flooding (VIDEO)

By Zak Failla,

2 days ago

Virginia State Police crews came to the rescue of dozens of people impacted by flood waters in Tennessee caused by Hurricane Helene as it rolled through the region.

On Saturday afternoon, aviation assets from Abingdon, along with assets from Ballad Health rescued approximately 54 people from the roof of Unicoi County Hospital that wound up surrounded by flood waters in the wake of the storm.

As of 4:40 p.m., Virginia State Police Aviation assets from Abingdon, Va., along with assets from Ballad Health and the...
Posted by Virginia State Police on Friday, September 27, 2024

Two Virginia State Police helicopters rescued approximately 40 to 45 people who were stranded on the roof of the building, officials said.

Additional pictures and video from today's rescue by VSP and partners at Unicoi County Hospital in Tennessee.
Posted by Virginia State Police on Friday, September 27, 2024

Ambulances were unable to reach the hospital due to flooding, prompting the out-of-state call in to state police, who came to the aid of those stranded.

"Unfortunately, the water around the hospital, which had also begun intruding inside the hospital, became extremely dangerous and impassable and prevented the boats from safely being able to evacuate the hospital," officials stated.

"Due to high winds, no helicopters could safely fly in an effort to help evacuate the hospital."

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has since established a hotline to report missing persons in the areas impacted by the severe flooding.

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin issued an update for the area, reminding residents to continue to stay alert and be wary about the remnants of Hurricane Helene.

Virginians, we are still experiencing the remnants of Hurricane Helene. Please stay informed, stay alert, and together,...
Posted by Governor of Virginia on Friday, September 27, 2024

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Bea

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kindness in people bless you

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God Bless everyone that has reached out to everyone in need at this time.

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