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Tennessee Dam Failure Fears Rise Amid Hurricane Helene Aftermath

Evacuations Underway as Tennessee Dam Faces Collapse After Torrential Rains from Hurricane Helene

Unitedpac by Unitedpac
September 28, 2024
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Aerial view of Keaton Beach, Florida, showing the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Helene, contributing to Tennessee Dam Failure fears. Photo credit: The Weather Channel.

Aerial view of Keaton Beach, Florida, showing the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Helene, contributing to Tennessee Dam Failure fears. Photo credit: The Weather Channel.

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  • 1. Fatalities and Rising Waters
  • 2. Evacuations in Tennessee

Authorities Urge Evacuations as Tennessee Dam Failure Threat Looms After Heavy Rains from Hurricane Helene

The death toll from Hurricane Helene continued to climb on Saturday as rescue teams worked tirelessly in storm-ravaged areas across several states. Search efforts intensified in Florida, where the hurricane made landfall as a Category 4 storm, and concerns grew in eastern Tennessee over the potential failure of the Nolichucky Dam.

According to an update from The Weather Channel, search teams have been going door-to-door in Florida as heavy rains pushed further into Georgia and the Carolinas. In addition, authorities in Tennessee have issued urgent evacuation orders for residents downstream of the Nolichucky Dam. The dam, which had sustained significant damage during the storm, is now at risk of collapse after heavy rainfall elevated the Nolichucky River by 17 feet, as reported by the United States Geological Survey.

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As of Saturday, at least 40 people have been confirmed dead across five states—Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas, and Tennessee—as a result of the storm. Many of the victims were killed when trees crashed into their homes, while others succumbed to severe weather conditions brought by the storm. The death toll is expected to rise as rescue operations continue, particularly in hard-hit coastal areas of Florida.

In Florida, many bodies were discovered in homes that had been evacuated ahead of the storm. Some victims were found in attics, where they had retreated to escape rising floodwaters, a grim reminder of the devastating impact of the storm surge.

Search and rescue operations remain ongoing across multiple states, with efforts focused on locating missing residents and providing aid to those trapped in floodwaters. Florida, North Carolina, and Tennessee have been the hardest-hit states, with ongoing rescues and searches to prevent further loss of life.

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The situation in eastern Tennessee remains particularly precarious as concerns mount over the integrity of the Nolichucky Dam. The dam has developed cracks after enduring the heavy rainfall dumped by Hurricane Helene, sparking fears of a catastrophic failure. Authorities are urging residents living downstream to evacuate immediately to avoid potential flooding from a dam break.

While no official dam failure has been reported, the rise in the Nolichucky River’s water level poses a significant threat to nearby communities. Emergency management teams have been dispatched to the area, and the situation is being closely monitored.

Helene, which made landfall near Perry, Florida, on Thursday night, continues to wreak havoc across the southeastern United States. As the storm moves inland, it is expected to weaken, but not before leaving behind widespread damage and life-threatening conditions in its wake.

For now, the focus remains on search and rescue efforts and ensuring the safety of those still in harm’s way. Authorities continue to urge residents in affected areas to heed evacuation orders and remain vigilant as emergency responders work around the clock.

Source: The Weather Channel
Via: Jan Wesner Childs and Tim Harris
Tags: Dam Evacuations TennesseeDam Safety ConcernsFlooding in TennesseeHelene storm impactHurricane Helene AftermathNolichucky Dam CollapseSoutheastern Storm DamageStorm Surge DangersTennessee Dam FailureUS Geological Survey Update

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