Tuesday, December 06, 2016

Wildfire update
Sevier County Wildfire Tennessee Tornado Outbreak Gatlinburg officials say their goal is to let residents, businesses, and property owners back into the city at 7 a.m., EST, on Friday, Dec. 9. Gatlinburg continues to facilitate daily access, from 8 a.m., to 5 p.m., EST, for residents and businesses. Local officials estimate the wildfire damaged or destroyed more than 1,500 structures. The Tennessee Department of Health has confirmed (14) wildfire fatalities in Sevier County. 2) fatalities in Polk County, and two (2) fatalities in Meigs County. SEVIER COUNTY WILDFIRES CURRENT SITUATION TEMA’s East Region office and SEOC staff continue to support wildfire efforts in Sevier County with emphasis now on the recovery phase of the mission. Tennessee Forestry and multiple federal, state, local, and mutual aid agencies are supporting the wildfire response. Tennessee Army National Guard have dropped more than 885 Bambi buckets of water in support of the wildfire fighting mission in Sevier County. TEMA communications support for Sevier County remains a top priority as crews work in remote areas without communications coverage. To date, there have been 145 injuries/illnesses. 1,753 structures have been damaged or destroyed by the fire. There are currently 25 crews, 780 total personnel fighting the Chimney Top 2 Fire as a part of the Type 1 Federal Incident Management Team. The Chimney Top 2 Fire is estimated to be 42% contained. The Cobbly Knob Fire is estimated to be 53% contained. In Sevier County, 1,845 people remain without power. The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) has confirmed (14) fatalities in Sevier County from the wildfires. There are two Red Cross shelters remain open in Sevier County with 154 total occupants: Pigeon Forge Community Center (9) Rocky Top Sports World (145)


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