Many of us are preparing for winter weather, and that means turning our thermostats up. Doing this and other factors make Tennessee one of the most at risk states for blackouts and electricity shortfalls if extreme cold hits the South this winter, just like last December. Many can recall the rolling blackouts implemented in the two …
Several Tennessee counties have been designated as D-3 or under extreme drought conditions on the latest USDA drought monitor. Producers are eligible for drought assistance payments from USDA FSA. Producers in Franklin, Grundy, Warren Counties should contact their local FSA offices for information on receiving assistance. Producers will need to provide data on the number …
There are two significant solar eclipses occurring in the United States over the next six months. The first is an annular eclipse, happening Saturday, Oct. 14. The second (and more powerful) is the total solar eclipse, coming up on April 8, 2024. In our region, expect a partial annular eclipse (between 50% and 60% from north to …
Multiple trees and power lines were down in Manchester and Hillsboro on Monday. The severe thunderstorms caused widespread damage to the Duck River Electric Co-op system, Spectrum, and phone services. Thousands of electric customers remained without power into Monday night. On Target News received information that multiple trees had fallen on vehicles and caused severe …
Tennessee residents and businesses approved for a disaster loan from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as a result of severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornadoes on March 31 and April 1, 2023, have two years from the date of their loan approval to request an increase to prevent or minimize damages from similar disasters in the …
A strong thunderstorm powered through Coffee County and nearby counties on Thursday afternoon bringing high winds and heavy rain. As the storms moved southeast, Duck River Electric Membership Corporation reported more than 1,400 customers without power in Manchester and Hillsboro. Tullahoma Utility Authority also reported several outages in the city. Rainfall was measured at 4.5 …
Strong Thunderstorms throughout the area on Thursday Read More »
There were multiple trees and power lines down throughout the area on Saturday. The severe thunderstorms caused widespread damage to the Duck River Electric Co-op system on Saturday and left some 6,500 customers without electricity at the height of the storm. Duck River restored power as they worked through the night.
An excessive Heat Warning is in effect from 11 Am To 8 PM CDT on Friday. * What…Dangerously Hot Conditions with Heat Index Values of 105 to 112 are expected. * Impacts…extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat-related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. Precautionary/preparedness actions… Drink …
An excessive heat watch has been issued for portions of Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky on Thursday. It will feel more like 105 to 115 degrees Thursday and potentially through Friday. Regular temperatures should reach triple digits by Friday.
Wildfires in Canada have been fueled by record-setting temperatures all across the country. Most of the smoke and haze has been moving through the Great Lakes and Northeast regions of the United States, but a southern drop in the jet stream will bring a noticeable haze to Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky through Thursday morning. …
Smoke from Canadian Fires making its way to Tennessee Read More »
