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Tag: Drought

Recent Rainfall Has Helped, But Area Reservoirs Remain Near or Slightly Below Seasonal Averages

With recent rounds of heavy rain across the Tennessee Valley, many residents may assume area reservoirs are running well above normal levels heading into the summer recreation season. However, officials say the situation is a bit more complicated. Just a few weeks ago, much of Tennessee and portions of the surrounding region were experiencing some …

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Water Restriction for Pikeville Residents

Please be advised that the City of Pikeville Water is now under MANDATORY WATER RESTRICTION until further notice due to the ongoing drought. This means there should be no unnecessary water usage, such as washing vehicles, driveways, home exteriors, lawns, gardens, trees, shrubs, filling pools, jacuzzies, hot tubs, etc. The City of Pikeville asks that …

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Fire Closed I-59 Near Trenton on Tuesday

I-59 south in Trenton, GA, was shut down Tuesday due to a large wildfire. The fire on I-59 spread quickly and wreaked havoc in the area. I-59 was closed due to the heavy smoke causing danger to both drivers and first responders. The interstate reopened after a few hours. There were no structures in danger,” …

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Ranchers and Livestock Producers Eligible for Drought Disaster Assistance

Ranchers and livestock producers in several Tennessee counties are now eligible to apply for drought disaster assistance. The U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency says farmers in Bledsoe, Franklin, Grundy, Hamilton, Marion, Sequatchie, and Warren Counties can now apply for grazing losses incurred in 2023. Farmers in the listed counties can apply for assistance from the …

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