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Yahoo
05-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Clarksville residents prepare for more severe storms
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Clarksville officials have geared up for more possible flooding this weekend. With the severe weather threat coming this weekend, first responders will work around the clock to monitor conditions and assess possible damage. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office was out on Old Clarksville Springfield Road off Port Royal Road and closed the roadway due to floodwaters Friday. Red River nears historic levels, causing concern for some Clarksville residents With first responders monitoring conditions and cleaning the debris, director of the Montgomery County Emergency Management Agency Ed Baggett has prepared for the worst, but hopes for the best. With more rain approaching, Baggett has anticipated an increased risk of lightning striking homes. 'More than likely, we'll be here through the last of it until it quits raining,' Baggett says, 'Of course then, it depends on what kind of damage we had, if any. Hopefully, we won't have much damage at all, but we'll have to see.' Across Clarksville and Montgomery County, there have been several downed trees and power lines. Governor Bill Lee declared a Level 3 state of emergency; heavy rain from Wednesday's storm caused rivers across Middle Tennessee — including the Red River in Clarksville — to rise. READ MORE | Latest headlines from Clarksville and Montgomery County 'I think we had two or three homes that had been struck by lightning on Wednesday, so those are concerning and we're keeping our eye out on that,' Baggett added. While flooding was Baggett's greatest concern, the Clarksville Street Department has filled hundreds of sandbags over the past 24 hours and distributed them to residents who need them. Nevertheless, Baggett wants the community to be prepared in every possible way. 'If you live close to a waterway, keep your eyes open,' Baggett said. 'Be aware of what's around you and what's coming.' Don't forget to take the power and reliability of the WKRN Weather Authority with you at all times by downloading the News 2 Storm Tracker app. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
18-02-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Emergency crews prepare for another round snow in Middle TN
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Tenn. (WKRN) — After a weekend of heavy rain and flooding, crews are now starting to prepare for cold temperatures and snow. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for portions of Middle Tennessee. In one of the communities hit hardest by recent flooding, Montgomery County has started bracing for another round of winter weather alongside the rest of Middle Tennessee. TDOT to coat more than 10,000 miles of state roadways with brine 'We'll have crews back out tomorrow trying to finish up the assessment, trying to beat the snow coming in,' director of the Montgomery County emergency management agency, Ed Baggett, said. On Monday, crews with the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) were out touring the weather, as the weather impacted homes and damaged roads. '[There's] still a little high water,' Baggett said. 'We got some homes we can't get to. We can't access them because the water is still so deep — some of it 4,5,6 foot deep. You really can't get inside the residence to see what kind of damage we've got to the structure.' Those same conditions could worsen as cold temperatures and snow are predicted to move in. Monday morning, crews with the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) were already on the roads putting down brine. A Winter Storm Warning has been issued with winds expected to decrease visibility. Emergency responders across Middle Tennessee prepare for yet another snow event 'We ask everybody to be extremely cautious and if you don't have to get out, please stay at home,' Baggett said. 'Stay safe.' Emergency crews are urging people to prepare their homes ahead of the winter weather by: Insulate Pipes: Wrap exposed pipes with foam insulation to prevent freezing. Let faucets drip during extremely cold temperatures to keep water flowing. Roof and Gutters: Clean gutters and inspect the roof for any loose or missing shingles. Snow buildup can cause leaks or structural damage. Windows and Doors: Check for drafts. Install weather stripping and consider thermal curtains or window film to keep warmth in. Heating System: Have your heating system inspected and serviced to ensure it's working efficiently. Don't forget to take the power and reliability of the WKRN Weather Authority with you at all times by downloading the News 2 Storm Tracker app. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
