Hurricane Milton is being watched closely by aircraft from the U.S. Air Force and NOAA. Earlier, they found that Milton’s central pressure dropped to 897 mb, making it one of the strongest hurricanes ever recorded in the Atlantic. However, as the storm moved, its pressure rose a bit, and its winds dropped slightly to 145…
Hurricane Milton continues to strengthen as it churns in the Gulf of Mexico, with its center now embedded within a well-defined Central Dense Overcast, a sign of intensifying activity. The storm is producing extremely powerful convection, with cloud tops reaching temperatures colder than -80°C. Data from NOAA Hurricane Hunter aircraft indicate that the circulation remains…
In the wake of recent disasters, misinformation circulating on social media and some national news outlets has caused confusion among the public about donations for flood relief in Tennessee. Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) Director Patrick Sheehan addressed the issue during an interview with Bristol Broadcasting News, debunking rumors about the agency’s actions. “I think…
As we enter the start of the extended period, a frontal boundary will begin to push in from the northwest, connected to a northern weather system. Although the strongest dynamics, such as the height falls and upper-level support, will remain well to our north, there will be enough lift and moisture in place to generate…
Tropical Storm Milton has formed in the Gulf of Mexico, with winds reaching 40 mph. The storm is expected to intensify rapidly over the coming days, potentially becoming a major hurricane by midweek. Residents along Florida’s west coast should prepare for life-threatening storm surge, strong winds, and heavy rainfall starting as early as Tuesday.
NASHVILLE – Following media reports that flash floods swept away employees of Impact Plastics in Erwin while they were on the job, the Tennessee Occupational Safety and Health Administration (TOSHA) has opened an investigation into the tragic workplace fatalities. The incident, which resulted in the deaths of several workers, has sparked concern and questions about…
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…DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM EDT /1 AM CDT/ TO 10 AMEDT /9 AM CDT/ THURSDAY…* WHAT…Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog.* WHERE…Portions of southwest North Carolina, east Tennessee, and southwest Virginia.* WHEN…From 2 AM EDT /1 AM CDT/ to 10 AM EDT /9 AM CDT/ Thursday.* IMPACTS…Low visibility…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee today announced the approval of his request for an Expedited Major Disaster Declaration, unlocking federal recovery assistance for eight counties severely impacted by recent flooding. The declaration will provide much-needed resources as these communities begin the long process of rebuilding. “State and local officials, first responders, and volunteers…
In response to the devastating flooding caused by Hurricane Helene, Bristol Motor Speedway (BMS) has been designated as the Northeast Tennessee Disaster Relief Center. This initiative, in coordination with the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA), will position BMS as a critical hub for recovery efforts across the affected counties in the region. BMS will play…
