LOUDON SHERIFF’S OFFICE RESPONDS TO POSSIBLE TORNADO TOUCHDOWN
TORNADO UPDATE:
Deputies and dozens of other first responders are on scene in the Philadelphia area near Holt Road and Stockton Valley following reports of a tornado touchdown. Multiple injuries have been reported, with victims being assessed and transported to area hospitals. Storm damage includes downed power lines, trees, and debris.
Safety Reminders:
Stay clear of downed power lines, always assume they’re live.
Avoid fallen trees, storm debris, and unstable structures.
Do not enter damaged buildings until cleared by authorities.
Report hazards to 911 immediately.
ORIGINAL STORY:
The Loudon County Sheriff’s Office is responding to reports of a possible tornado touchdown near Holt Road in the Philadelphia area, Loudon County, Tennessee.
They advise residents to take shelter in a basement or small, interior room away from windows, avoid mobile homes and vehicles, protect their heads, and not drive through severe weather.
Over a dozen emergency responders are en route, with reports of a damaged structure and injuries. The Sheriff’s Office will provide updates as available.