Tennessee
‘Historic damage’: Gov. Lee, state officials finish survey of storm damage in upper East Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – Gov. Bill Lee along with state officials including Deputy Gov. and Tennessee Department of Transportation Commissioner Butch Eley, completed the survey of storm damage in upper East Tennessee.
According to TDOT, “historic damage” was done to bridges and roadways in upper East Tennessee. Washington, Unicoi, Carter, Johnson, Greene, and Cocke counties saw the most impact.
TDOT crews are continuing to clean up and survey around the region, TDOT said.
“This is unprecedented in terms of impact to structures. We expect this to cause significant travel issues, as long-term closures will be in place across the region,” TDOT said.
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