Winter aftermath for homes hit the hardest
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DYERSBURG, Tenn. –Warmer temperatures on the way are a welcomed relief for many in the northern part of West Tennessee, some of which said they’ve been trapped in their homes since the snow started falling. Dyersburg received about 10 inches of snow and ice, which made it practically impossible for many to even leave their neighborhoods. It also caused some difficultly for police officers. Scot Wesson said he and his family were happy to be free after Thursday’s winter storm trapped them inside their home. “I tried to pull out of the carport here. Basically I got onto the driveway, and could not go any farther,” said Wesson. By Friday the roads were better, but Dyersburg police officers said they still responded to wrecks caused by the hazardous conditions. The amount of snow still made it difficult for Dyersburg Officer Scott Bruce to get around in his patrol car. He said he did a fair share of slipping and sliding in some of the city’s hardest hit neighborhoods. “A few places are a little harder than others. Our street department does a good job, but just like anything they’re just trying to keep up,” said Officer Bruce. Wesson agreed and said Friday he encountered some of the trouble spots while out driving, even getting a scare when he momentarily lost control. “It got the heart beating a little bit, but other than that the roads are much better today,” said Wesson. Street department officials said they’re hoping the warmer temperatures over the weekend will help melt away the rest of the winter weather mix.
