Tennessee declares State of Emergency due to winter weather
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TEMA recommends staying prepared ahead of the winter storm, which is expected to last from the evening of Thursday, Jan. 9, until the afternoon of Saturday, Jan. 11.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA), along with Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee have issued a Level 3 State of Emergency in Tennessee to provide relief during winter weather.
TEMA is recommending that Tennesseans prepare ahead of the winter storm, which is expected to last from the evening of Thursday, Jan. 9, until the afternoon of Saturday Jan. 11.
Most of Tennessee is expected to receive 3 to 5 inches of snowfall, but some areas may see 6 to 8 inches of snow, according to the National Weather Service.
Warming Centers
There are several warming centers across the state, a map of those locations can be found here.
Warming Centers in the Mid-South are listed here.
Preparedness information
TEMA has suggested staying prepared for the winter storm by doing the following
- Monitor official sources
- Sign up for weather alerts
- Create a family communication plan
- Build an essentials kit
- Consider the needs of you and your family
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