Four Confirmed Weather-Related Deaths in Upper East Tennessee

There are four weather related deaths in Tennessee in the aftermath of Hurricane Helena.

At least 93 deaths have been reported across 6 states.

The confirmed deaths are out of Johnson and Unicoi counties. A list of missing people is being compiled by TBI and TEMA, at least 70 people are missing out of Unicoi County as of Sunday afternoon.

As a result of flooding from the Nolichucky River, rescuers found a casket floating through the debris and are working to identify the person.

Anyone unable to get in touch with a friend or loved one in the affected area is asked to call 423-560-0261. A donation collection center had been established at Southside FWB Church in Erwin.

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Four Confirmed Weather-Related Deaths in Upper East Tennessee

There are four weather related deaths in Tennessee in the aftermath of Hurricane Helena.

At least 93 deaths have been reported across 6 states.

The confirmed deaths are out of Johnson and Unicoi counties. A list of missing people is being compiled by TBI and TEMA, at least 70 people are missing out of Unicoi County as of Sunday afternoon.

As a result of flooding from the Nolichucky River, rescuers found a casket floating through the debris and are working to identify the person.

Anyone unable to get in touch with a friend or loved one in the affected area is asked to call 423-560-0261. A donation collection center had been established at Southside FWB Church in Erwin.