But East Tennessee is going to need a lot of help to get its water and power back online, and eventually to reconnect communities where bridges washed out. Here are the most important things to know Monday morning: ➤ Get weather alerts via text: Sign up to get updates about Hurricane Helene and other weather events now At least two people in East Tennessee have died due to the recent devastation caused by Hurricane Helene,

At least 5 people have died in Eastern Tennessee from the floods that swept away homes and roads. Officials expect it to rise through the week.