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It is Tennessee Severe Weather Awareness Week, a time for families to prepare before stormy weather arrives. Putnam County EMA Director Tyler Smith said the main key is to stay alert and have multiple sources for storm notifications. “The best thing to have is a weather radio,” Smith said. “They are battery backed up. If you are asleep at night ... Read More »

Flooding and strong storms a threat for the Upper Cumberland over the next few days. Putnam County EMA Director Tyler Smith said residents should be mindful of flood prone areas as some communities anticipate up to four inches of rainfall. “It will become saturated as time goes on through the week,” Smith said. “That’s when we’ll start to see more ... Read More »