Severe Weather Causes Damage and Traps Individuals in Middle Tennessee

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08/05/2024 23h56

As severe weather continues to ravage Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky, multiple areas have reported significant damage and individuals trapped in structures. Here is a timeline of the updates on Wednesday's severe weather:

At 6:19 p.m., Maury County along State Route 99 near Interstate 65 experienced significant damage. The Tennessee Department of Transportation is dispatching crews and equipment to clear the road as soon as it is safe to do so.

Shortly before, at 6:08 p.m., the Maury County Emergency Management Agency reported that several properties had been damaged, with some individuals trapped in structures. Maury County Fire is currently responding to the situation.

In Robertson County, at 4:43 p.m., the Emergency Management Agency director confirmed that multiple homes on Ridge Road had sustained damage. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

Earlier in the day, at 4 p.m., a home in Robertson County was hit by a tree, causing damage to the property.

In Greenbrier, at 8:15 a.m., a home was struck by lightning, resulting in some damage. The Greenbrier Fire Department quickly arrived on the scene and brought the situation under control. Traffic lights in the area were intermittently affected.

As the severe weather continues to pose a threat, it is essential for residents to stay informed and prepared. To receive real-time alerts and customized weather updates, residents are urged to download the WSMV 4 First Alert Weather app for iPhone or Android.

If you have any weather-related pictures or videos, feel free to share them with us. The safety of our community is our top priority, and your contributions can potentially help raise awareness about the impact of severe weather conditions.

Stay tuned for further updates on the damages caused by the ongoing severe weather in Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky.

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