Tennessee Hurricane Newswire

2 years later, the body of the last Tennessee victim of Hurricane Helene is found

The remains of the final missing Tennessee victim from Hurricane Helene were found two years after the storm devastated Appalachian mountain towns with floods that wiped away whole communities. Nancy Tucker, 76, disappeared along with her husband, Jimmy …

The body of the last victim of Hurricane Helene in Tennessee has been found, 2 years later

Looking Back at Hurricane Ivan of 2004

Today is the anniversary of powerful Hurricane Ivan. Ivan caused significant damage to much of Alabama, with numerous trees and power lines down from the coast northward into the Tennessee Valley. Ivan made landfall on September 16, 2004 very close to Gulf …

Fact-checking President Trump's N.C. speech

Some of President Donald Trump’s comments at a rally for North Carolina Senate candidate Michael Whatley Wednesday are receiving some significant pushback, especially his remarks on crime and the response to Tropical Storm Helene. Crime in North Carolina …

The body of the last victim of Hurricane Helene in Tennessee has been found, 2 years later

The remains of the final missing Tennessee victim from Hurricane Helene were found two years after the storm devastated Appalachian mountain towns with floods that wiped away whole communities. Nancy Tucker, 76, disappeared along with her husband Jimmy …

Hurricane Helene Remains Found

Authorities have located the remains of the final missing Tennessee victim of Hurricane Helene. Nancy Tucker disappeared with her husband, Jimmy, when flooding from the Nolichucky River destroyed their home in 2024. Jimmy Tucker's body was found right …

Body of last Hurricane Helene victim in Tennessee found 2 years later

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'A wake-up call': California music festival cancelled after El Niño-linked hurricane erodes beach

By&nbspRuth Wright&nbspwith&nbspAFP Published on 16/09/2026 - 7:02 GMT+2•Updated 8:07 A music festival in the US has been cancelled after a hurricane eroded the beach where it was due to be held. The two-day Ocean Way Festival was …

Remains of Hurricane Helene victim found nearly 2 years after storm

Remains of Hurricane Helene victim found nearly 2 years after storm WASHINGTON COUNTY, Tenn. —Nearly two years after Hurricane Helene, the remains of the last person still missing from Washington County, Tennessee, have been found. On Saturday, Sept. 12, …

Trial by fire – and flood: A new chief pursues FEMA reforms

Sept. 17, 2026, 5:35 p.m. ET | 6 min read A fourth-generation military service member and former Navy SEAL combat medic, Cam Hamilton knows something about improvising – and surviving – under stress. After four overseas tours, he joined the nation’s …

Dolly Parton And Loretta Lynn’s Medley Of Hits From 1988 Is A Must-Watch

They just don’t make ’em like Dolly and Loretta anymore… On August 25, 2026, Dolly Parton sadly passed away at 80-years-old in Nashville Tennessee. Dolly had been dealing with undisclosed health issues for the last year or so, and she previously shared …

Ian Edward White Photographs Middle Tennessee’s Suburban/Rural Youth Culture

Ian Edward White’s photography exhibition Townes Ferry Pike includes images made over the past four years while the artist has traveled throughout Middle Tennessee — Murfreesboro, Shelbyville, McMinnville, Columbia, Nashville — photographing the beauty in …

Two years later, Hurricane Helene's last East Tennessee victim is found

Updated Sept. 15, 2026, 12:33 p.m. ET Nearly two years after Hurricane Helene tore through East Tennessee, the body of the storm’s last victim has been recovered. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office announced remains were found Sept. 12 near Jackson …

Remains of Hurricane Helene victim found nearly 2 years later, sheriff’s office says

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WVLT/Gray News) - Nearly two years after Hurricane Helene, human remains found recently in East Tennessee have been identified as one of the last missing victims. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office said human remains found …

Roan Mountain State Park awarded Tennessee State Park of the Year

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has awarded Roan Mountain State Park as Tennessee State Park of the Year. The honor was presented during TDEC’s annual Awards of Excellence for Tennessee State Parks. Roan …

Human remains found in East Tennessee are Hurricane Helene victim, sheriff’s office says

Human Remains Found in Washington County Believed to Be Hurricane Helene Victim

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WOKI / WVLT) — Human remains discovered along the Nolichucky River over the weekend are believed to belong to a victim of Hurricane Helene, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities said the remains were …

Human remains found in East Tennessee are Hurricane Helene victim, sheriff’s office says

What This Story Is About Human remains found on Saturday are believed to be Nancy Tucker, who has been missing since Hurricane Helene flooding in 2024. Why It Matters The sheriff’s office said Nancy Tucker is the last missing person from Helene in …

Everyone’s Chasing Florida Again This Winter. Smart Retirees Already Bought Somewhere Else

The retirement math that sent millions of Americans chasing the same sunny coastline quietly broke, and the retirees who noticed first are already settled somewhere most people never considered.This post may contain links from our sponsors and affiliates, …

25 Years After 9/11, Man Seeks Public’s Help to Return Lost Family Photograph

Photograph of a mother and baby found among World Trade Center debris may have come from Fuji Bank’s South Tower offices NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Twenty-five years after a photograph of a mother …

IMR Joins Reggae Icons to Bring Healthcare and Recovery Support to Hurricane-Affected Families in Jamaica

BLUEFIELDS, JAMAICA, September 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International Medical Relief (IMR) joined reggae icon Judy Mowatt, Judy Mowatt Outreach Ministries, and the Sean Paul Foundation for the Bluefields Rising Health & Recovery Fair …

Facilities Advisors Releases Flash Flooding Guidance for Timeshare HOA Boards

Gary Porter of Facilities Advisors outlines how legacy resorts can assess drainage risk, protect critical systems, and link flood resilience to reserve planning LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, September 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Facilities …

Spring Home Maintenance Takes on New Urgency as Storm and Bushfire Risk Rises

New data from the Bureau of Meteorology and the insurance industry point to a higher-stakes spring for Australian homeowners AUSTRALIA, September 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gutters, roofs, air conditioning, decks, the same jobs come around …

Central Georgia Water and Mold Pricing Guide

Local professionals outline what water damage and mold removal typically cost for Central Georgia homeowners. WARNER ROBINS, GA, UNITED STATES, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Homeowners often face unpredictable repair costs. A new …

RedZone launches RZRisk Canada, bringing property-level wildfire intelligence to Canada's insurers

Built for Canadian landscapes, fuels, and fire behavior, RZRisk Canada delivers wildfire intelligence for more confident underwriting. BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RedZone, a leading provider of wildfire …

Watch: Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Hans Frederiksen

Using geographic information systems to help support emergency response efforts across California, behind the maps, data, and technology is a person who has dedicated much of his career to helping others and strengthening the state’s ability to prepare for …

Matrix Wildfire Deploys Landscape-Scale Utility Corridor Hardening to Prevent Grid Ignitions and Catastrophic Liability

Massive Area Fire Denial platforms and long lasting non-toxic retandtants provide power utilities with proactive defense against powerline-sparked wildfires. BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amid escalating grid- …

Implementing Maintenance Fee Recovery Systems for Legacy Timeshare Resorts

Meridian Financial Services Announces How Consistent Resort Visibility Builds Owner Pride and Drives Long-Term Demand ASHVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Maintenance fees and assessments form the financial …

CustomWeather Names Senior Operating Team to Execute Next Phase of Growth

Luana Lewis, Saurabh Dharia, and Rupa Friedhoff join the company as Moonshot Partners builds out its earth and climate intelligence platform TYSONS, VA, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MILL VALLEY, CA and TYSONS, VA — …

OCTOBER'S WILDFIRE PROTECTION MONTH SERVES AS A REMINDER THAT WILDFIRE PREPAREDNESS IS NOW A YEAR-ROUND RESPONSIBILITY

Experts urge homeowners and communities to prioritize ember defense, home hardening, and defensible space as wildfire risk grows beyond traditional fire seasons BEND, OR, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- October's Wildfire …

FireTech Pioneer Matrix Wildfire Unveils Strategic Rebrand Ahead of 2027 Scale-Up

Backed by Deep-Tech Leader Cottonwood Technology Fund, Matrix Wildfire Shifts Mission to Pre-Mitigation Massive Area Fire Denial for Rail and Utility Networks BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As accelerating …

Utah Restoration Firm Urges South Valley Homeowners to Winterize Outdoor Plumbing Before First Freeze

Keystone Restoration Group says the most common freeze failure happens inside the wall and often goes undetected until spring irrigation starts. BLUFFDALE, UT, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Keystone Restoration Group is …

Ready is how California leads, and every Californian has a role to play

During Preparedness Month, Governor Newsom highlights California’s preparedness leadership and calls on every Californian to make a plan What you need to know: Governor Newsom announces September as Preparedness Month, highlighting statewide events, …

A' Emergency Response, Disaster Preparedness and Relief Design Awards 2026 Call for Nominations Announced

A' Emergency Response, Disaster Preparedness and Relief Design Awards 2026 celebrates design solutions for disaster preparedness, rescue and relief. COMO, CO, ITALY, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, A' Design Award & …

AAA Organized Plumbing Offers Sump Pump Installation for Flood-Prone Homes in Ukiah, CA

Licensed Mendocino County plumbers help Ukiah homeowners protect crawl spaces and basements from seasonal flooding and groundwater intrusion. UKIAH, CA, UNITED STATES, September 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ukiah homeowners can experience …

Regent Restoration Denton Expands Storm Damage Response as North Texas Hail Season Intensifies

Denton County saw 149 hail events in 12 months. Regent Restoration is equipping property owners with faster emergency response and full structural recovery. DENTON, TX, UNITED STATES, September 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Denton County has recorded …

California Approves Firefighting Resources to Seven Counties Ahead of Red Flag Warnings

As Red Flag Warnings impacts Northern California, at the direction of Governor Gavin Newsom, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has prepositioned firefighting resources to Plumas, Tehama, Sierra, Colusa, Shasta, Glenn, and …

Tampa Coin Buyers Issues Flood Insurance Reminder for Gold and Silver Owners

Tampa Coin Buyers urges Tampa Bay owners to check insurance terms and document coin collections as Florida renews hurricane-preparation advice. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tampa Bay households that keep gold or …

Matrix Wildfire Rebrands to Commercialize Data Integrated, Massive Area Fire Denial Hardware Ahead of 2027 Rollout

Backed by MUUS, the FireTech Pioneer Deploys Industrial-Scale Wildfire Pre-Mitigation Hardware to De-Risk Critical Grid and Rail Corridors BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As compounding climate volatility …