2 dead in Cocke County
Cocke County residents lean on each other as recovery efforts begin
NEWPORT, Tenn. (WATE) — Recovery efforts in Newport are just beginning following the major flooding from the remnants of Hurricane Helene. Streets in downtown are coated with mud and businesses along Broadway suffered damage.
Mayor: 2 dead in Cocke County after flooding
Cocke County Mayor Rob Mathis has shared that two people are dead after flooding in the county in the aftermath of Helene. Mathis shared about the two deaths during an update on social media, adding that the county has no more missing persons.
Two people dead in Cocke County after flooding, all missing residents accounted for, mayor says
Mathis said multiple agencies are continuing to respond to calls of service as county residents recover from the flood.
Cocke County mayor shares update as recovery efforts continue in Helene aftermath
As recovery efforts continue, Cocke County Mayor Rob Mathis will be sharing an update Monday after some delays. “We are receiving an update from all agencies, so my Cocke County update will be delayed,
'People that have been left with absolutely nothing' | Cocke Co. residents seek shelter after severe flooding
COCKE COUNTY, Tenn. — Residents in Cocke County are seeking shelter as large parts of the community remain under feet of water. The Newport Community Center has turned into a shelter for folks who have been displaced by the floods.
2 dead in Cocke County after flooding, recovery efforts continue
On Monday, Cocke County Sheriff CJ Ball confirmed that Jean and Mike Obrist are the two people who died in the flood.
Sheriff identifies 2 killed in Cocke County after flooding
Cocke County Mayor Rob Mathis provided an update on storm damage and deaths Sunday evening.Mathis said the county has suffered two deaths in relation to the flood. Cocke County Sheriff CJ Ball later identified those two as Jean and Mike Obrist.
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Cocke County Officials Urge Residences to Evacuate Amidst Rising Floodwaters From Hurricane Helene's Aftermath
Cocke County residents are evacuating due to flooding from Hurricane Helene's remnants, with shelters open for those in need.
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Donation, volunteer outposts set up throughout Cocke County
This past weekend, Hurricane Helene struck a devastating impact across the Southeast, with plenty of damage in Cocke County.
Newport Utilities declares state of emergency for all water operations, Cocke Co. under Boil Water Advisory
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