";s:4:"text";s:5068:"NASHVILLE, Tenn.(WKRN) – Storms hit across Tennessee Sunday leaving damage in multiple areas. We rely on readers like you to uphold a free press. Sexton was pronounced dead on scene and Dolfini died upon arrival at the hospital. Mayor John Cooper has declared a State of Emergency for the city. The intense storms caused straight-line wind damage along a path that stretched for more than 600 miles, and in Nashville, the winds were clocked at … Officials with the Nashville Fire Department said they responded to at least 40 structure collapses throughout town. A more comprehensive media update is coming up this morning.Nashville Electric Service says as of Tuesday morning, at least 50,000 customers are without power. Metro Schools said election polling sites will be open unless otherwise noted. Click here to view photos from the News 2 app. Workers said they were able to get into the basement seconds before the building was hit and the roof was ripped off.Beyond the areas of downtown is Hermitage, which also saw significant damage to homes and buildings.This is Forrest Ridge Drive in Hermitage off Central Pike. I am currently working with those at the Emergency Operations Center and receiving regular updates and damage assessment reports. The National Weather Service said latest survey results indicate the storm was an EF-2 with 125 mph winds as it hit Germantown and strengthened to an EF-3 tornado with wind speeds between 136 to 140 mph as it hit the Five Points area. “This executive order and State of Emergency declaration is a critical resource that will help facilitate Metro’s response and recovery efforts on behalf of all Nashvillians affected by this morning’s devastating storm,” said Mayor Cooper. “My administration is committed to matching the courage and strength of spirit shown by the tornado survivors I met with this morning, who serve as an example to us all. At the highest point, more than 49,000 people were without power in Nashville while crews worked to repair the damage. The new European data protection law requires us to inform you of the following before you use our website: This content is currently not available in your region. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) – A look at storm damage and flooding from across Tennessee after severe weather hit the state Wednesday night. 7 people were in this home. Several buildings were hit with Jefferson Street and Rosa Parks Boulevard are closed and covered with debris and damage. Please enable cookies on your web browser in order to continue. Serious damage was caused in many parts of town including Germantown. We use cookies and other technologies to customize your experience, perform analytics and deliver personalized advertising on our sites, apps and newsletters and across the Internet based on your interests.
This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Similar outages were reported across Rutherford County. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Two people have been killed and at least 156 were injured in Nashville after a tornado touched down north of downtown. With solidarity, we begin the path forward to recovery.”Devastating wreckage at the scene where a woman was killed near Basement East. By clicking “I agree” below, you consent to the use by us and our third-party partners of cookies and data gathered from your use of our platforms. I am also working closely with federal contacts on all recovery assistance options. TSU President Glover, campus emergency management and TSUPD are assessing the damage, including several building rooftops and downed trees and power lines. The university is currently on spring break.Basement East in East Nashville was heavily damaged. Reporter Chris Conte called the damage "profound," saying hundreds of residents will be displaced. The sight of people just walking around and taking everything in is both heartbreaking and eerie. Metro Schools were closed on Tuesday, March 3 due to widespread damage. The two deaths occurred near McFerrin Avenue in East Nashville. The National Weather Service said latest survey results indicate the storm was an EF-2 with 125 mph winds as it hit Germantown and strengthened to an EF-3 …