Knoxville, Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee weather alerts for Helene

(This report has been updated with new information.)

Strong winds from the remnants of Hurricane Helene are wreaking havoc in East Tennessee after days of rain and soaking the ground.

The National Weather Service warns that conditions are still dangerous due to strong gusts and the risk of flooding and winds remains. General flood warnings have expired and conditions are improving in Knoxville, but flash flood warnings remain in effect in far northeast Tennessee.

Motorists should pay attention to fallen trees and power lines as there is a risk of widespread power outages. Traveling could be difficult for high-profile vehicles.

East Tennessee counties are experiencing high winds and flash flood warnings

A gale warning is in effect for the following counties until approximately 8 a.m. September 28, with the possibility of southeast winds of 25 to 35 mph and gusts of 60 to 65 mph:

Blount County and Smoky Mountains
Cocke County and Smoky Mountains
East Polk County
Johnson County
Sevier County and Smoky Mountains
Southeast Carter County
Southeast Greene County
Southeast Monroe County
Unicoi County

Flash flood warnings continue until just before 2 a.m. September 28th for:

Northern Carter County (expires 1:45 a.m.)
Southern Carter County (1:30 a.m.)
Johnson County (1:30 a.m.)
Southeast Sullivan County (1:45 a.m.)
Northwest Unicoi County (1:45 a.m.)
Unicoi County (1:30 a.m.)
Central Washington County (1:45 a.m.)
Southeast Washington County (1:30 a.m.)

Other areas where flash flooding is expected include:

Bluff City
Central
Elizabethton
Embreeville
Hampton
hunter
Johnson City
limestone
Halfway there
Milligan College
Morril’s Cave
Oak Grove
Pine comb
Rocky Mount State Park
Sadie
Telford
Unicoi
Watauga

Safety tips for driving in strong winds

The National Weather Service recommends the following guidelines to stay safe while driving in high winds:

Maintain a safe distance from conspicuous vehicles (large vehicles that may be difficult to maneuver), watch for fallen trees, power lines or debris, keep a firm grip on your steering wheel, and use caution when crossing overpasses/bridges.

“When you have high profile vehicles like vans, buses and some SUVs, you just have to be extra careful and give people space between you and other drivers. The gusts you know are almost instantaneous,” Dalton said.

Knoxville, Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee weather alerts for Helene

ByJasper

East Tennessee counties are experiencing high winds and flash flood warnings

Safety tips for driving in strong winds

By Jasper

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