The Daily Brief…. Wednesday, May 8, 2024

The Daily Brief…. Wednesday, May 8, 2024

STORIES- Weather report, Teen still missing…

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TRAFFIC ALERT

Vehicle vs. Pedestrian Fatality Crash

I-24 Eastbound at Mile Marker 0.2 (Eastbound Welcome Center)

The Clarksville Police Department is currently on the scene of a vehicle vs. pedestrian fatality crash on I-24 East near mile marker 0.2, close to the Tennessee Welcome Center. The crash occurred at approximately 9:42 p.m., and I-24 East is currently shut down at that location. The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) is en route to the scene. Motorists are advised to find an alternate route until the roadway can be cleared. LOCATION OF ACCIDENT-> MAP

HAPPENING NOW

UPDATE: The gentleman has been rescued and declined medical treatment.

Lahr Rd Springfield. The Pleasant View Volunteer Fire Department and Robertson County Emergency Management Agency are engaged in the rescue going on now. No injuries were reported.

Home on Bethlehem Road.

SCHOOL CLOSURES

Important Notice: Robertson County Schools, including daycare facilities, will be closed on Thursday due to inclement weather conditions. The safety and well-being of our students, staff, and families are our top priority. Please stay tuned for further updates regarding the status of school operations. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

WHITE HOUSE

Neighborhood retention pond draining into neighborhood causing flooding in White House. Meadow Ct neighborhood off of Wilkinson Lane. VIDEO: Morgan Boone “I have been underwater all day.”

Baggett Road and Bethlehem Road. VIDEO: Josh Hite

FLOODING ALERT

Main St in Greenbrier is currently experiencing flooding. Officials are requesting that all individuals refrain from entering this area until further notice. Additionally, it has been reported that all low spots along Highway 76 between Springfield and White House are submerged due to flooding. For your safety and the safety of others, it is imperative that you avoid these areas.

HOME DAMAGED BY STORM

Home on Ridge Rd, about 1/4 mile from off Maxey Rd. No injuries were reported. Tress down across the county.

POWER OUTAGES
Despite the strong winds generated by the storm, the electrical grid is holding up remarkably well. Presently, about 800 individuals are experiencing power outages. Restoration efforts are underway, with crews diligently working to address the issue and restore power. If you are without power be sure to conserve energy. Please be VERY careful with candles or any other combustion devices like gas lamps.

TRAFFIC ALERT

We have received a report of a vehicle washed off the road near Worahsm Springs Road and Old Greenbrier Pike. MAP Initial reports indicate that individuals are trapped in the vehicle. Rescue units are currently en route to the scene. If travel is not essential, officials strongly advise staying home.

Robertson County Bus numbers 36 and 21 are with Robertson County EMS and the THP at 41A and Maxey Rd at the Shell station. Children are safe.

Despite rumors -We have zero reports of injuries and no fatalities, according to Robertson County EMS.

VEHICLE IN RIVER

We have a vehicle floating down the creek. This vehicle was last seen at Hwy 76 and 5th Ave, it washed up at the fairgrounds. Still moving. Photo: Bubba Dorris

EMA confirms-homes sustained heavy damage near I24 in Robertson County.

WEATHER REPORT UPDATE
Looks like the weather is scaling back to just rain for the next couple of hours and then expect intermittent spikes of severe storms until 3 AM.

ALL ROBERTSON COUNTY SCHOOL BUSES AND CHILDREN ARE SAFEROBERTSON COUNTY, SCHOOL Bus number 57 has taken shelter at the Robertson County EMS station on Central Avenue in Spfd. The children are safe.

Tornado on the Ground: I24 and Maxey Rd. First Responders headed that way. HEADING TOWARDS SPRINGFIELD.

Take shelter now in a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.

WEATHER ALERT
Tornado possibly developing with severe thunderstorm warning , Davidson/Robertson County until 2:45pm… affecting Goodlettsville/Southern tip of Robertson County along Hwy 41S

FLOODING ALERT
We’re getting reports of flooding across the county, including Highway 76 between Springfield and White House, and Union Road and Fern Valley Rd., White House.

WEATHER REPORT

We had a large lightning strike near the Robertson County EMS building off Central Ave in Springfield, electricity is on and off around Central Avenue/Memorial. EMS generators are up and powered on, and radio communications are operational. Lightning also struck a home in Greenbrier causing some damage, Greenbrier Fire Department is on the scene now, under control. Traffic lights in the area going in and out. if you are out and about drive with care.

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