OS is about to head out the door with supplies for friends in Perry County. Will take a camera as well. Back later afternoon.
Most important bits to be passed along concerns water usage in Davidson County/Nashville:
From TN Dept of Environment and Conservation:
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May 4, 2010 Update from Nashville Metro Water Services: There are rumors that Metro Water Services plans to cut off water service to its customers.
THIS IS NOT TRUE.
In response to the rumors, we are concerned that citizens are filling bathtubs, buckets and other containers. This reaction is placing a significant strain on our water supply. We ask all citizens and businesses to stop using water for uses other than drinking, cooking, hand washing, and other critical uses.
Lawn watering, watering of plants, car washing, cleaning sidewalks and parking lots, and similar uses are not essential and need to stop until the water shortages are resolved.
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In other words: Yes this is scary, but please think of your neighbors, especially when things are scary.
This also from TN Dept of Environment and Conservation
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As of 1 p.m. on May 4, 2010, the following systems have boil water advisories in effect:
• Ashland City Water Dept. (Cheatham Co.)
• Bon Aqua-Lyles Utility District (Hickman Co.)
• Celina Water System (Clay Co.)
• Centerville Water Sytem (Hickman Co.)
• Lexington Water Systems (Henderson Co.)
• Lobelville Water Department (Perry Co.)
• Michie Water Dept. (McNairy Co.)
• Mount Pleasant Water System #1 (Maury Co.)
• Poplar Grove Utility District (Tipton Co.)
• Ridgewood Park (Giles Co.)
• Trenton Water System (Gibson Co.)
• Waynesboro Water System (Wayne Co.)
• Westmoreland Water System (Sumner Co.)
As of 1 p.m. on May 4, 2010, the following systems no longer have boil water advisories in effect:
• Brentwood (Williamson Co.)
• Castilian Springs-Bethpage Utility District (Sumner Co.)
• Jackson Water System (Madison Co.)
In addition to adhering to boil water advisories, it is critical that water customers in flooded areas who have water service adhere to water conservation measures in order to keep water service available.
This is particularly critical for people in Davidson and Williamson counties. One of Metro Nashville’s two water treatment plants is offline due to flooding, and Metro is asking residents to cut their water consumption by half.
Harpeth Valley Utility District, which serves parts of Davidson and Williamson counties, is also currently operating at half capacity. The Department of Environment and Conservation strongly recommends all municipal water customers in counties affected by flooding practice water conservation measures for nonessential uses. This includes taking steps such as delaying clothes washing, running dishwashers, flushing toilets, washing cars, filling pools and hot tubs, etc.
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If you can, help your neighbors. It will give you a sense of hope during the bad times.
If you need help, please don't be too !!!***!!! Tennessee-Stubborn to ask for it.
Stay patient, a sense of humor helps.
Moh', latuh.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
The Great Middle Tennessee Flood: May 4 2010 Evening #3--General Observations
It is more difficult to find information about the outlying counties, which is always worrisome. One phenomenon of recent years has been the shrinkage and/or disappearance of the small-town local paper. At times like this, their absence is really felt.
In general, it appears the State of Tennessee and local authorities have responded well to a challenging situation, which confirms the wisdom of the idea that local control of recovery, as opposed to Federal control, works best. FEMA hasn't really swung into action yet. This is when the really stupid stuff will begin. It's what they do best.
OS's friends who were wiped out have checked in a couple of times. Indeed, almost everything was lost, but power and phones are now back on line. It has been moving to be contacted from friends from around the country and world with offers of help for this family. A photographer friend heads there in the morning to help document their losses, carrying the FEMA forms with her. These are proud people, totally unused to accepting help from anyone, anywhere. Here's hoping events of the past few days will help soften that attitude a bit.
It is a bad situation, and it could have been much worse.
This from the Army Corps of Engineers today:
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Release 10-29
For Immediate Release
May 4, 2010
NASHVILLE, TENN. — The decision to release water from Old Hickory Dam this weekend prevented an additional four feet in flood waters from reaching downtown Nashville, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced.
Water behind the dam in Old Hickory Lake reached a record elevation of 451.4 on Sunday afternoon, just seven inches short of the Corps losing control of the project due to the lake overtopping the dam.
“If we had allowed the lake go to 452 and overtop Old Hickory Dam, the loss of that dam would have added another four feet to the flood levels in downtown Nashville,” explained Lt. Col. Anthony Mitchell, Commander of the Nashville District.
“By making the decision to release water from Old Hickory Dam, our water managers saved the dam and prevented flood waters from reaching even higher,” he added.
“The perception is that flooding along the Cumberland River was made worse by releases from Corps dams,” stated Mitchell. “The truth is that Corps dams kept the flooding throughout the region from being much worse.”
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Although by no means the only place in the world generosity is practiced, it is inspiring to see America at her best, as she mobilizes at times like this. If you are reading this from overseas, OS hopes that you will gain insight into who we are as you follow these stories.
Chin straps on, and keep an eye out for those around you in need.
In general, it appears the State of Tennessee and local authorities have responded well to a challenging situation, which confirms the wisdom of the idea that local control of recovery, as opposed to Federal control, works best. FEMA hasn't really swung into action yet. This is when the really stupid stuff will begin. It's what they do best.
OS's friends who were wiped out have checked in a couple of times. Indeed, almost everything was lost, but power and phones are now back on line. It has been moving to be contacted from friends from around the country and world with offers of help for this family. A photographer friend heads there in the morning to help document their losses, carrying the FEMA forms with her. These are proud people, totally unused to accepting help from anyone, anywhere. Here's hoping events of the past few days will help soften that attitude a bit.
It is a bad situation, and it could have been much worse.
This from the Army Corps of Engineers today:
[begin copy]
Release 10-29
For Immediate Release
May 4, 2010
NASHVILLE, TENN. — The decision to release water from Old Hickory Dam this weekend prevented an additional four feet in flood waters from reaching downtown Nashville, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced.
Water behind the dam in Old Hickory Lake reached a record elevation of 451.4 on Sunday afternoon, just seven inches short of the Corps losing control of the project due to the lake overtopping the dam.
“If we had allowed the lake go to 452 and overtop Old Hickory Dam, the loss of that dam would have added another four feet to the flood levels in downtown Nashville,” explained Lt. Col. Anthony Mitchell, Commander of the Nashville District.
“By making the decision to release water from Old Hickory Dam, our water managers saved the dam and prevented flood waters from reaching even higher,” he added.
“The perception is that flooding along the Cumberland River was made worse by releases from Corps dams,” stated Mitchell. “The truth is that Corps dams kept the flooding throughout the region from being much worse.”
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Although by no means the only place in the world generosity is practiced, it is inspiring to see America at her best, as she mobilizes at times like this. If you are reading this from overseas, OS hopes that you will gain insight into who we are as you follow these stories.
Chin straps on, and keep an eye out for those around you in need.
The Great Middle Tennessee Flood: May 4 2010 Evening #2 Electric Service/Water Service Update
This also from Nashville.gov:
A lot of different info here.
Notable here is the reminder from FEMA: Take lots of photos if at all possible, and keep all receipts. Documentation is required for assistance.
Water is still being supplied via the city system, but restraint is urged.
Also, info on locations of bottled water distribution, and locations for disaster assistance.
The scammers have come out from under their rocks already, it appears. They are destined for a special circle of perdition, preying upon people whose lives have been upended.
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Hands On Nashville Volunteer Efforts
Nashvillians have and will continue to make remarkable contributions as flood volunteers. In the last 48 hours, more than 7,000 volunteers have registered with Hands On Nashville. Today they will begin staffing Disaster Information Centers and distributing Second Harvest’s Emergency Food Boxes in critical areas, like Antioch, East Nashville, and Opryland/Donelson. As clean-up and recovery continues, the use of volunteers will increase dramatically. If you are interested in serving as a flood volunteer, please register at External Linkwww.hon.org.
Donations
Very specific donation requests include large quantities of the following: diapers, formula, cleaning supplies and rubber gloves, wet vacs, brooms, mops, and generators. If citizens have large quantities, they should contact the Community Foundation.
FEMA Update
As citizens start cleanup efforts, it is important to document everything and keep receipts. As soon as FEMA assistance is available, the public will be provided with information about how they can apply for assistance. FEMA will have 800 numbers and Web sites.
Shelter Update
The shelter in Bellevue located at 655 Colice-Jeanne Road is full and has closed. All other shelters remain open. Bellevue citizens are encouraged to seek shelter at Gordon Jewish Community Center located at 801 Percy Warner Blvd.
Citizens Encouraged to Check on Neighbors
Dr. Paul encourages congregations and neighbors to check on elderly residents in their homes and report those to Metro Health. Elderly neighbors who have been sheltering may need medical assistance or other services. If citizens find a senior with medical emergency they should call 911 and other assistance needs should be directed to 211.
Nashville Electric Service
All circuits coming out of the East Network substation of the Demonbreun substation are out of service. All businesses in the area from Fifth Avenue to First Avenue and from Demonbreun Street to Commerce Street are without power. Power will be out for the next few days downtown due to water in underground vaults. NES has 54 crews working the current outages, and 3,500 total customers without power.
Consumer Advisory
Citizens should be aware of contractors and others who may claim to be associated with local, state or federal agencies. One reported case involves people claiming to be Metro Codes inspectors. Note that all Metro Codes inspectors travel in Metro vehicles. If they are on foot, Metro Codes inspectors will have Metro IDs as proof of their association with Metro. Citizens are cautioned to only work with licensed contractors and to seek multiple bids before having repairs done. To report suspected consumer fraud, file a report with the Tennessee Consumer Affairs Division.
Status of Omohundro Water Plant and Continued Need for Water Conservation
All Metro Water customers continue to receive services, and there are no outages reported at this time. The public water supply provided by Metro Water continues to be safe, but there is some concern that Nashville could experience a water shortage if conservation measures are not taken. Customers are directed to use water for drinking and food preparation only.
The Omohundro Water Treatment Plant continues to operate at normal capacity. The sandbagging operation is maintaining flood protection. However, with the K.R. Harrington Water Treatment Plant out of operation, it is imperative that citizens conserve water. Lack of conservation efforts has resulted in a 15 percent loss of reserves.
Customers in higher elevations may experience reduced water pressure. If a customer loses pressure completely or has discolored water, they should contact Metro Water Services at (615) 862-4600. Harpeth Valley Utilities District treatment plant has also been affected by the flood and their customers are asked to conserve water for essential uses as well.
Bottled Water Distribution
Metro Southeast is being used as a staging area for distribution of donated bottled water to area mobile feeding stations at St. Edwards Church and Bellevue Baptist Church. Walmart, Sam’s Club, Purity Dairies, and Kroger have donated bottled water.
No additional fatalities reported at this time
The Mayor’s Office of Emergency Management has confirmed a total of ten fatalities in Davidson County that are thought to be flood related.
Red Cross Shelters Remain Open
All Red Cross shelters remain open as the operation moves from response to recovery. Damage assessments are being conducted by interdepartmental teams that will provide information to enable long term planning.
Juvenile Court Cancelled
All proceedings at Juvenile Court are cancelled for Wednesday, May 5.
Road Closure Update
No new updates. Public Works is working mudslides and debris and gravel removal.
Disaster Information Centers and Assistance Open Today at Noon
Community-based response for social and human services has begun in coordination with the Metro EOC and Nashville Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD). Today at noon Metro will open two Disaster Information Centers to provide general information on utilities, social service assistance, and legal and insurance information. Centers will be staffed by volunteers, Parks Department and other Metro employees. Citizens can drop by for information from 12-8pm.
* Bellevue Community Center
* 656 Colice Jeanne Rd. 37221
* Coleman Community Center
* 384 Thompson Lane 37211
We will have Salvation Army mobile feeding stations available nearby at St. Edwards Church and Bellevue Baptist Church to provide lunch and dinner for individuals and families who need information support. These centers will not be equipped for medical assistance. Citizens who need emergency assistance are urged to call 911. Metro continues to coordinate volunteers through Hands On Nashville. The most urgent need continues to be cash donations, which can be made to the Metro Disaster Fund.
A lot of different info here.
Notable here is the reminder from FEMA: Take lots of photos if at all possible, and keep all receipts. Documentation is required for assistance.
Water is still being supplied via the city system, but restraint is urged.
Also, info on locations of bottled water distribution, and locations for disaster assistance.
The scammers have come out from under their rocks already, it appears. They are destined for a special circle of perdition, preying upon people whose lives have been upended.
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Hands On Nashville Volunteer Efforts
Nashvillians have and will continue to make remarkable contributions as flood volunteers. In the last 48 hours, more than 7,000 volunteers have registered with Hands On Nashville. Today they will begin staffing Disaster Information Centers and distributing Second Harvest’s Emergency Food Boxes in critical areas, like Antioch, East Nashville, and Opryland/Donelson. As clean-up and recovery continues, the use of volunteers will increase dramatically. If you are interested in serving as a flood volunteer, please register at External Linkwww.hon.org.
Donations
Very specific donation requests include large quantities of the following: diapers, formula, cleaning supplies and rubber gloves, wet vacs, brooms, mops, and generators. If citizens have large quantities, they should contact the Community Foundation.
FEMA Update
As citizens start cleanup efforts, it is important to document everything and keep receipts. As soon as FEMA assistance is available, the public will be provided with information about how they can apply for assistance. FEMA will have 800 numbers and Web sites.
Shelter Update
The shelter in Bellevue located at 655 Colice-Jeanne Road is full and has closed. All other shelters remain open. Bellevue citizens are encouraged to seek shelter at Gordon Jewish Community Center located at 801 Percy Warner Blvd.
Citizens Encouraged to Check on Neighbors
Dr. Paul encourages congregations and neighbors to check on elderly residents in their homes and report those to Metro Health. Elderly neighbors who have been sheltering may need medical assistance or other services. If citizens find a senior with medical emergency they should call 911 and other assistance needs should be directed to 211.
Nashville Electric Service
All circuits coming out of the East Network substation of the Demonbreun substation are out of service. All businesses in the area from Fifth Avenue to First Avenue and from Demonbreun Street to Commerce Street are without power. Power will be out for the next few days downtown due to water in underground vaults. NES has 54 crews working the current outages, and 3,500 total customers without power.
Consumer Advisory
Citizens should be aware of contractors and others who may claim to be associated with local, state or federal agencies. One reported case involves people claiming to be Metro Codes inspectors. Note that all Metro Codes inspectors travel in Metro vehicles. If they are on foot, Metro Codes inspectors will have Metro IDs as proof of their association with Metro. Citizens are cautioned to only work with licensed contractors and to seek multiple bids before having repairs done. To report suspected consumer fraud, file a report with the Tennessee Consumer Affairs Division.
Status of Omohundro Water Plant and Continued Need for Water Conservation
All Metro Water customers continue to receive services, and there are no outages reported at this time. The public water supply provided by Metro Water continues to be safe, but there is some concern that Nashville could experience a water shortage if conservation measures are not taken. Customers are directed to use water for drinking and food preparation only.
The Omohundro Water Treatment Plant continues to operate at normal capacity. The sandbagging operation is maintaining flood protection. However, with the K.R. Harrington Water Treatment Plant out of operation, it is imperative that citizens conserve water. Lack of conservation efforts has resulted in a 15 percent loss of reserves.
Customers in higher elevations may experience reduced water pressure. If a customer loses pressure completely or has discolored water, they should contact Metro Water Services at (615) 862-4600. Harpeth Valley Utilities District treatment plant has also been affected by the flood and their customers are asked to conserve water for essential uses as well.
Bottled Water Distribution
Metro Southeast is being used as a staging area for distribution of donated bottled water to area mobile feeding stations at St. Edwards Church and Bellevue Baptist Church. Walmart, Sam’s Club, Purity Dairies, and Kroger have donated bottled water.
No additional fatalities reported at this time
The Mayor’s Office of Emergency Management has confirmed a total of ten fatalities in Davidson County that are thought to be flood related.
Red Cross Shelters Remain Open
All Red Cross shelters remain open as the operation moves from response to recovery. Damage assessments are being conducted by interdepartmental teams that will provide information to enable long term planning.
Juvenile Court Cancelled
All proceedings at Juvenile Court are cancelled for Wednesday, May 5.
Road Closure Update
No new updates. Public Works is working mudslides and debris and gravel removal.
Disaster Information Centers and Assistance Open Today at Noon
Community-based response for social and human services has begun in coordination with the Metro EOC and Nashville Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD). Today at noon Metro will open two Disaster Information Centers to provide general information on utilities, social service assistance, and legal and insurance information. Centers will be staffed by volunteers, Parks Department and other Metro employees. Citizens can drop by for information from 12-8pm.
* Bellevue Community Center
* 656 Colice Jeanne Rd. 37221
* Coleman Community Center
* 384 Thompson Lane 37211
We will have Salvation Army mobile feeding stations available nearby at St. Edwards Church and Bellevue Baptist Church to provide lunch and dinner for individuals and families who need information support. These centers will not be equipped for medical assistance. Citizens who need emergency assistance are urged to call 911. Metro continues to coordinate volunteers through Hands On Nashville. The most urgent need continues to be cash donations, which can be made to the Metro Disaster Fund.
The Great Middle Tennessee Flood: May 4 2010 Evening Downtown Nashville Power Out
This from nashville.gov
Also contains info about where to obtain assistance in Nashville, and where to donate to help those in need. The biggest need is for cash to the agencies like Red Cross, Salvation Army, and Metro Disaster Fund. It may feel good to donate 'stuff', but 'stuff' is expensive to transport around, and may not be appropriate to the needs at hand in a given location.
And, remember, no 'rubbernecking', especially downtown. They've all got enough to do without dealing with sightseers.
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POWER OUT IN A LARGE PORTION OF DOWNTOWN
Disaster Information Centers and Assistance Open Today at Noon
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 4, 2010
EOC Media Desk
(615) 862-8540
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nashville Electric Service’s East Network substation of the Demonbreun substation are out of service. All businesses in the area from Fifth Avenue to First Avenue and from Demonbreun Street to Commerce Street are without power. Power will be out for the next few days downtown due to water in underground vaults. NES has 54 crews working the current outages, and 3,500 total customers without power.
Disaster Information Centers and Assistance Open Today at Noon
Community-based response for social and human services has begun in coordination with the Metro EOC and Nashville Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD). Today at noon Metro will open two Disaster Information Centers to provide general information on utilities, social service assistance, and legal and insurance information. Centers will be staffed by volunteers, Parks Department and other Metro employees. Citizens can drop by for information from 12-8pm.
Bellevue Community Center
656 Colice Jeanne Rd. 37221
Coleman Community Center
384 Thompson Lane 37211
We will have Salvation Army mobile feeding stations available nearby at St. Edwards Church and Bellevue Baptist Church to provide lunch and dinner for individuals and families who need information support. These centers will not be equipped for medical assistance. Citizens who need emergency assistance are urged to call 911. Metro continues to coordinate volunteers through Hands On Nashville. The most urgent need continues to be cash donations, which can be made to the Metro Disaster Fund.
Also contains info about where to obtain assistance in Nashville, and where to donate to help those in need. The biggest need is for cash to the agencies like Red Cross, Salvation Army, and Metro Disaster Fund. It may feel good to donate 'stuff', but 'stuff' is expensive to transport around, and may not be appropriate to the needs at hand in a given location.
And, remember, no 'rubbernecking', especially downtown. They've all got enough to do without dealing with sightseers.
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POWER OUT IN A LARGE PORTION OF DOWNTOWN
Disaster Information Centers and Assistance Open Today at Noon
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 4, 2010
EOC Media Desk
(615) 862-8540
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nashville Electric Service’s East Network substation of the Demonbreun substation are out of service. All businesses in the area from Fifth Avenue to First Avenue and from Demonbreun Street to Commerce Street are without power. Power will be out for the next few days downtown due to water in underground vaults. NES has 54 crews working the current outages, and 3,500 total customers without power.
Disaster Information Centers and Assistance Open Today at Noon
Community-based response for social and human services has begun in coordination with the Metro EOC and Nashville Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD). Today at noon Metro will open two Disaster Information Centers to provide general information on utilities, social service assistance, and legal and insurance information. Centers will be staffed by volunteers, Parks Department and other Metro employees. Citizens can drop by for information from 12-8pm.
Bellevue Community Center
656 Colice Jeanne Rd. 37221
Coleman Community Center
384 Thompson Lane 37211
We will have Salvation Army mobile feeding stations available nearby at St. Edwards Church and Bellevue Baptist Church to provide lunch and dinner for individuals and families who need information support. These centers will not be equipped for medical assistance. Citizens who need emergency assistance are urged to call 911. Metro continues to coordinate volunteers through Hands On Nashville. The most urgent need continues to be cash donations, which can be made to the Metro Disaster Fund.
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
And, From The UK Election Campaign, Just For Laughs('Cuz We All Need To Laugh)
Strangers In The Night, a brilliant little spoof by Gerald Warner at The Telegraph.
It's reminiscent of the work of the late, great Art Buchwald, who kept us laughing at the political idiocy of the '60s and '70s.
Well done, well done!
It's reminiscent of the work of the late, great Art Buchwald, who kept us laughing at the political idiocy of the '60s and '70s.
Well done, well done!
The Great Middle Tennessee Flood: May 4 2010 Morning #4 Sumner County, Rutherford County
From the News-Examiner, in Gallatin, Tennessee, one of the major northern suburbs of Nashville.
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Hendersonville Mayor Scott Foster said Tuesday that Vietnam Veterans Boulevard was likely to stay closed another 24 to 48 hours at Center Point Road.
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Vietnam Veterans Boulevard is a major artery into that part of the state, between Nashville and the Kentucky border.
If OS may make an observation: Life must go on, and people have to get to work, etc.
That said, if you don't need to be on the road, stay off the road. The Tennessee tradition of 'rubbernecking', i.e. driving by a disaster scene to say 'HeyLookeeTharMama!' is irritating on good days. Given the extent of the challenges facing this part of the world, it is irresponsible to engage in this behavior. People can get hurt, maybe you or someone you love.
From Rutherford County, to the southeast of Nashville, home to Middle Tennessee State University and the Nissan auto manufacturing facility:
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The following roads were still closed as of Tuesday at 11:40 a.m., according to the Rutherford County Emergency Management Agency.
Quantcast
Rutherford County
Barlow Lane (Near S Curves)
Buckeye Valley at Sulpher Springs Rd
Dinky Lane (3300 Block)
Kingwood at Windrow
Maddox off North Lamar
Mount Herman (from Veal to Bradyville Pike)
Powells Chapel Road (from Barrett to Dinky Ln)
Shores Rd (3800 Block)
Sulphur Springs to East Buckeye Bottom Rd
West Jefferson Pike at Powells Chapel Rd
West Jefferson Pike at the S Curve
Alford Rd
Allen Rd
Town of Smyrna
8th Ave at Bridge
9th Ave at Bridge
Fitzhugh Drive from Sam Ridley to Swan Drive
Sam Davis Road at Brookhaven to Elk Ave
Sam Ridley Pkwy between Theet Ind and G st
South Lowry at Stroop Lane (One Lane Open)
City of La Vergne
Nir Shreeman
Hollindale
DeerDrive at Sunset
Morning Side Drive
City of Murfreesboro
Bradyville Pike at Broad Street
West College at Old Nashville Highway
North Thompson Lane at Wilkinson Pike
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After the rain stops is when the work begins...stay off the roads if you can, and even better, if your situation is relatively intact, find someone nearby to assist.
If in Rutherford County, and you need assistance due to storm damage, the request has been made to call the county Emergency Management Agency, not the regular county/city offices.
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Residents are asked to call the Rutherford County Emergency Management Agency at 615-890-5519 or 615-890-2957.
"This will allow them to gather the data for federal assistance purposes. This data will then be forwarded to the Town for our citizens affected. All requests must go through EMA due to the possibility of individual federal assistance," O'Neal said in an e-mail.
Back to clean-up in 'Castillo OS'...
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Hendersonville Mayor Scott Foster said Tuesday that Vietnam Veterans Boulevard was likely to stay closed another 24 to 48 hours at Center Point Road.
[end copy]
Vietnam Veterans Boulevard is a major artery into that part of the state, between Nashville and the Kentucky border.
If OS may make an observation: Life must go on, and people have to get to work, etc.
That said, if you don't need to be on the road, stay off the road. The Tennessee tradition of 'rubbernecking', i.e. driving by a disaster scene to say 'HeyLookeeTharMama!' is irritating on good days. Given the extent of the challenges facing this part of the world, it is irresponsible to engage in this behavior. People can get hurt, maybe you or someone you love.
From Rutherford County, to the southeast of Nashville, home to Middle Tennessee State University and the Nissan auto manufacturing facility:
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The following roads were still closed as of Tuesday at 11:40 a.m., according to the Rutherford County Emergency Management Agency.
Quantcast
Rutherford County
Barlow Lane (Near S Curves)
Buckeye Valley at Sulpher Springs Rd
Dinky Lane (3300 Block)
Kingwood at Windrow
Maddox off North Lamar
Mount Herman (from Veal to Bradyville Pike)
Powells Chapel Road (from Barrett to Dinky Ln)
Shores Rd (3800 Block)
Sulphur Springs to East Buckeye Bottom Rd
West Jefferson Pike at Powells Chapel Rd
West Jefferson Pike at the S Curve
Alford Rd
Allen Rd
Town of Smyrna
8th Ave at Bridge
9th Ave at Bridge
Fitzhugh Drive from Sam Ridley to Swan Drive
Sam Davis Road at Brookhaven to Elk Ave
Sam Ridley Pkwy between Theet Ind and G st
South Lowry at Stroop Lane (One Lane Open)
City of La Vergne
Nir Shreeman
Hollindale
DeerDrive at Sunset
Morning Side Drive
City of Murfreesboro
Bradyville Pike at Broad Street
West College at Old Nashville Highway
North Thompson Lane at Wilkinson Pike
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After the rain stops is when the work begins...stay off the roads if you can, and even better, if your situation is relatively intact, find someone nearby to assist.
If in Rutherford County, and you need assistance due to storm damage, the request has been made to call the county Emergency Management Agency, not the regular county/city offices.
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Residents are asked to call the Rutherford County Emergency Management Agency at 615-890-5519 or 615-890-2957.
"This will allow them to gather the data for federal assistance purposes. This data will then be forwarded to the Town for our citizens affected. All requests must go through EMA due to the possibility of individual federal assistance," O'Neal said in an e-mail.
Back to clean-up in 'Castillo OS'...
The Great Middle Tennessee Flood: May 4 2010 Morning #3 Counties Near Nashville
From Clarksville, to the northwest of Nashville, the location of Ft. Campbell.
Traffic problems affecting the north and west sides of Nashville.
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Problems in several spots have shut down the southbound lanes of Briley Parkway to the east and west of downtown Nashville.
One incident was reported at 10 p.m. at Lebanon Pike and is still blocking all traffic headed south. It should be cleared by 1 p.m., according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation.
On the west side of town, southbound Briley Parkway is blocked at Centennial Boulevard and White Bridge Road. Those blockages won’t be cleared until 5 p.m., TDOT said.
Traffic into Nashville is also moving slow on parts of Interstate 24. Lanes are partially blocked in La Vergne near Waldron Road, in Antioch just past Bell Road and near Ellington Parkway in Nashville.
Traffic headed into Sumner County on Vietnam Veterans Boulevard is also moving slow. Eastbound lanes of the highway have been closed since yesterday. TDOT said they should be open by 1 p.m.
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From Ashland City, the imposition of a curfew from 7 pm to 6 am.
Traffic problems affecting the north and west sides of Nashville.
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Problems in several spots have shut down the southbound lanes of Briley Parkway to the east and west of downtown Nashville.
One incident was reported at 10 p.m. at Lebanon Pike and is still blocking all traffic headed south. It should be cleared by 1 p.m., according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation.
On the west side of town, southbound Briley Parkway is blocked at Centennial Boulevard and White Bridge Road. Those blockages won’t be cleared until 5 p.m., TDOT said.
Traffic into Nashville is also moving slow on parts of Interstate 24. Lanes are partially blocked in La Vergne near Waldron Road, in Antioch just past Bell Road and near Ellington Parkway in Nashville.
Traffic headed into Sumner County on Vietnam Veterans Boulevard is also moving slow. Eastbound lanes of the highway have been closed since yesterday. TDOT said they should be open by 1 p.m.
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From Ashland City, the imposition of a curfew from 7 pm to 6 am.
The Great Middle Tennessee Flood: May 4 2010 Morning #2 County by County Roundup Near Jackson TN
This from today's Jackson Sun.
Readers may recall that Jackson was hammered by a tornado in February 2008, which swept across the campus of Union University, wiping out many of its buildings, but blessedly no lives were lost.
A brief conversation yesterday with someone on campus indicated it had survived this storm intact.
Readers may recall that Jackson was hammered by a tornado in February 2008, which swept across the campus of Union University, wiping out many of its buildings, but blessedly no lives were lost.
A brief conversation yesterday with someone on campus indicated it had survived this storm intact.
The Great Middle Tennessee Flood: May 4 2010 Morning--Water Advisories In Outlying Counties
Hickman County, west of Nashville, seems particularly hard-hit, see below.
Once the dramatic footage disappears from the screen, it's easy to put these things on the back burner.
Friends in Perry County checked in, phones in service but no electricity yet. A lot of damage to folks who settled in along the rivers and creeks above the 50-year flood plains...
And, Nashville Animal Shelter is overwhelmed, calling for supplies donations. Address is 5125 Harding Pike Nashville. Probably a safe guess that outlying counties could use help as well.
Via WSMV in Nashville:
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CENTERVILLE, Tenn. -- Residents in parts of five Middle Tennessee counties are being urged to boil water before drinking.
The Department of Environment and Conservation said there are boil water advisories for the following water systems:
* Brentwood, Williamson County
* Lexington Water System, Henderson County
* Poplar Grove Utility District, Tipton County
* Jackson Energy Authority, Madison County
* City of Trenton, Madison County
* Town of Michie, McNairy County
* Bon Aqua-Lyles Utility District, Hickman County -- TDEC has recommended an advisory
* Centerville Water System, Hickman County -- TDEC has recommended an advisory
* Waynesboro Water System, Wayne County
* Mt. Pleasant Water System, Maury County -- partial coverage area under advisory
* Lobelville Water System, Perry County -- TDEC has recommended an advisory
The water problems in Hickman County could take three to five weeks to resolve.
Shelters in Hickman County are located at the following places.
* Fairfield Church of Christ - Centerville, Tenn. * Centerville Christ - Centerville, Tenn. * Bonaqua United Methodist - Centerville, Tenn.
The Clay County Sheriff’s Department said Celina residents who live in the Pea Ridge area of the city should also boil their drinking water for at least the next 30 hours.
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Once the dramatic footage disappears from the screen, it's easy to put these things on the back burner.
Friends in Perry County checked in, phones in service but no electricity yet. A lot of damage to folks who settled in along the rivers and creeks above the 50-year flood plains...
And, Nashville Animal Shelter is overwhelmed, calling for supplies donations. Address is 5125 Harding Pike Nashville. Probably a safe guess that outlying counties could use help as well.
Via WSMV in Nashville:
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CENTERVILLE, Tenn. -- Residents in parts of five Middle Tennessee counties are being urged to boil water before drinking.
The Department of Environment and Conservation said there are boil water advisories for the following water systems:
* Brentwood, Williamson County
* Lexington Water System, Henderson County
* Poplar Grove Utility District, Tipton County
* Jackson Energy Authority, Madison County
* City of Trenton, Madison County
* Town of Michie, McNairy County
* Bon Aqua-Lyles Utility District, Hickman County -- TDEC has recommended an advisory
* Centerville Water System, Hickman County -- TDEC has recommended an advisory
* Waynesboro Water System, Wayne County
* Mt. Pleasant Water System, Maury County -- partial coverage area under advisory
* Lobelville Water System, Perry County -- TDEC has recommended an advisory
The water problems in Hickman County could take three to five weeks to resolve.
Shelters in Hickman County are located at the following places.
* Fairfield Church of Christ - Centerville, Tenn. * Centerville Christ - Centerville, Tenn. * Bonaqua United Methodist - Centerville, Tenn.
The Clay County Sheriff’s Department said Celina residents who live in the Pea Ridge area of the city should also boil their drinking water for at least the next 30 hours.
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