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Aerial Video Of Tornado Damage (Springfield Tennessee)
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – We have some aerial video of the tornado damage in Springfield Tennessee for you. A special thank you to News 5 for sharing their aerial footage with Smokey Barn News. We have also added some drone footage sent to Smokey Barn News that offers a slightly different perspective.
Emergency Overnight Shelter Opens Today for Tornado-Affected Springfield Residents
Springfield City is opening an overnight emergency shelter for tornado-affected residents. The shelter is at The Center, 401 N. Main St, Springfield, TN. Check-in starts at 4:00 p.m. on December 10, 2023. Residents must show identification to use the services.
NWS Confirms EF-2 Tornado Struck Parts of Davidson and Sumner Counties
The National Weather Service (NWS) has begun sending survey teams out to assess the path and strength of tornadoes that hit several middle Tennessee communities on Saturday, December 9. NWS started with the Clarksville area and the Madison/Hendersonville/Gallatin area. The NWS will release details as they complete storm surveys but...
Victims trapped, no power in Springfield amid tornado aftermath
SPRINGFIELD, Tenn. (WSMV) - Victims are reportedly trapped in buildings along 17th Avenue and Memorial Boulevard after a tornado touched down in Springfield on Saturday. Black Patch Drive, Memorial Boulevard and 17th Avenue saw significant structural damage. Robertson County Emergency Management said injuries are reported after severe storms passed through.
Springfield Residents: Debris Collection Plan Announced for Recent Storm
Springfield City has announced a debris collection plan following the storm on December 9. The collection will take place on Wednesday, December 13, and Thursday, December 14. Residents should place their debris by the road, as per usual brush pickup, and sort it into brush and non-brush piles.
Tornado Damage Shuts Down Main Street in Hendersonville, State of Emergency Declared
• The Hendersonville tornado has caused significant damage, particularly on the North side of Main Street, leading to the closure of most of the street. • Sumner County Mayor John C. Isbell has declared a state of emergency to ensure public safety while damage assessments continue.
Christmas gifts for Tennessee children miraculously survive warehouse collapse during tornado outbreak
HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – A warehouse filling up with donations for 500 Sumner County children was destroyed during a catastrophic tornado outbreak in Middle Tennessee on Saturday. In an Instagram post, the Community Resource Center of Middle Tennessee said its nonprofit partner Live Love Nashville’s warehouse containing hundreds of...
Sumner County Declares State of Emergency Following Severe Tornado Damage
A 'State of Emergency' has been declared in Sumner County, Tennessee, due to the severe damage caused by the 2023 Tornado in Cottontown, Castalian Springs, Gallatin, Hendersonville, and other unincorporated communities. The tornado struck at 4:30pm on December 9, 2023, causing significant damage and stretching local resources.
Experience Authentic Mexican Delights at These 3 Portland Restaurants
In this article, we will be exploring three exceptional Mexican restaurants in Portland. Have you had the chance to dine at any of these establishments yet? If you have, we would love to hear about your experiences in the comments section below.
UPDATED Fatal Hwy 41 Crash On The Ridge: Investigation Continues
Fatal Hwy 41 Crash On The Ridge: Investigation Continues. GOODLETTSVILLE/RIDGETOP TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – As of 8 pm Friday, Hwy 41 just east of Ridgetop Tennessee remained closed as Metro Nashville Police investigate a fatal head-on crash that claimed the life of a Greenbrier man. It would be 9 pm before the investigation ended and Hwy 41 reopened.
Weekly Safety Report: Wanted Woman Arrested After Chase, Deadly Crash on I-65 near Portland
Two incidents occurred in Sumner County, Tennessee this week. The first incident involved a wanted woman who led the Hendersonville Police Department on a chase. The suspect refused to stop and spike strips were deployed in an attempt to disable the vehicle. The pursuit ended with the arrest of Melissa Leann White. The second incident was a deadly crash on Interstate 65 near Portland. It involved three cars, a Dodge Ram pickup, a Ford Explorer, and a Subaru. The Dodge crossed the median and hit a concrete barrier, resulting in a fatality.
Deadly Multi-Vehicle Crash Involving Children on I65 in Robertson County
Get the latest update on the deadly crash that closed I65 in Robertson County over the weekend. Learn about the three vehicles involved, the tragic loss of life, and the condition of the survivors, including multiple children.