Flood waters leave parts of West Tennessee submerged

JACKSON, Tenn. — Due to the heavy amount of rainfall, several areas in West Tennessee have suffered major flooding.

Several West Tennessee roads are under water, especially county roads. Here you can see drone footage of Chestnut Bluff Road in Crockett County.

It is fully submerged, not allowing any vehicles to pass.

The same goes for East Road. Here you can see where the water overtakes the roadway in Friendship.

Over in Carroll County, Spring Creek Road has flooded. You can see where the water runs over the roadway and flows into a field.

“If you come across a road that’s flooded, again, turn around, don’t drown. That’s the number one priority, and if you don’t see signs before you get there, make sure you call Carroll County Sheriff’s Office and let them know that road is flooded, so they can contact the highway department, so we can get signs up out there,” said Trevor Foster, EMA director for Carroll County.

Also, McKee Levee Road is currently unpassable. You can see where the water meets the bottom of a “High water” sign stationed on the side of the road.

“The main thing that we’re concerned about is flooded roads. Our main highways are flooded, Highway 22, Highway 219, and Highway 77. They have flooded. They’re now receding, but we highly expect them to flood again tonight with substantial rainfall tonight and tomorrow,” said Foster.

Pond Branch Road in Carroll County is also fully submerged. You can see service vehicles pass through the roadway as they survey the area.

“Right now, keep an eye on any creeks that may be close to your house. If you see them getting close to your house, go ahead and prepare to get out of the area. Have a flashlight, have blankets, have extra clothes and extra shoes ready to go. Have all of your personal documents in one place. Try to have a go-bag of all the valuables that you might need in case you do have to abandon your house,” said Johnathon Gaskins, fire chief for Carroll County.

Remember, don’t drive on submerged roads as it’s unclear if the roadway is still intact.

For a full list of flooded roads in West Tennessee, click here.

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