NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Twenty-four Tennesseans were killed after severe storms and tornadoes ripped through the state overnight.
At 5 a.m., TEMA declared a level three State of Emergency. Here is a list of those who were killed.
President Donald Trump tweeted that the federal government is monitoring the situation. The President will visit Middle Tennessee on Friday.
Prayers for all of those affected by the devastating tornadoes in Tennessee. We will continue to monitor the developments. The Federal Government is with you all of the way during this difficult time. https://t.co/eZlA7Ahruj
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) March 3, 2020
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— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) March 3, 2020
CONFIRMED TORNADO STRENGTHS
- Germantown/North Nashville: EF-2 (125 mph winds)
- East Nashville/Five Points: EF-3 (136-140mph)
- Donelson: EF-3 (160-165mph)
- Mt. Juliet: EF-3 (155-160mph)
- John C Tune Airport damage: (and surrounding neighborhood) EF-2, 130mph
- Cookeville: At least an EF-3
- Putnam County: EF-4 (175 mph winds)
POWER OUTAGES
On Thursday morning, there were still more than 18,000 people without power in Nashville. NES said they hope to have the power fully restored by Monday, however that is an estimation, not a guarantee.
On Wednesday night, Wilson County reported 3,800 without power.
Putnam County saw thousands without power after the tornado hit the area. On Thursday morning, Cookeville Electric estimates 50-100 households are still without power. Upper Cumberland Electric estimates 1,000 to 1,400 homes are without power.
DAVIDSON COUNTY
Two people in East Nashville were killed and at least 180 others in the county have been treated. More than 50,000 people woke up Tuesday without power. The Five Points area was severely damaged in the storm. Metro Nashville Schools closed for the rest of the week.
PUTNAM COUNTY
Five children and 13 adults were killed in the county, and 88 people were hurt. The sheriff's office said the tornado hit between the city limits of Cookeville and Baxter. Sheriff Eddie Farris said several homes have been flattened.
On Thursday, a burn ban was enacted in the city of Cookeville and Putnam County until further notice.
BENTON COUNTY
A 67-year-old man was killed in Benton County. About 25 homes were damaged, with at least four destroyed on Ballard Road.
WILSON COUNTY
Three people were killed in Wilson County. Wilson County Schools will be closed for the remainder of the week. Mt. Juliet has set a 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. curfew, beginning Tuesday evening for the areas hit hardest by the tornado.
Note: A previous version of this story listed the death toll at 25, with four of those in Lebanon. Lebanon police later clarified, saying the death was reported to them "in error."
DONELSON
Neighbors say the Donelson area saw unbelievable damage. Several homes and businesses were damaged or destroyed. Photos show Donelson Christian Elementary destroyed.
JOHN C. TUNE AIRPORT
The tornado caused $93 million in damage at John C. Tune Airport. This does not include damage to more than 90 destroyed aircrafts and other personal property. The terminal and 17 hangars were among the damage. Sky5, which was parked in one of the hangars, was also badly damaged.
HOW TO HELP
If you're interested in helping those who have been displaced or affected by a tornado that ripped through the area, click here for more information.
SUPER TUESDAY
Many voting locations were impacted by the damage. Voters can check this list to see if their normal polling location was closed on Tuesday. In response the Tennessee Democratic Party filed a lawsuit which led to polling place hours being extended.
SHELTERS
Emergency shelters have been opened for many who have been displaced.
Click here to see a continuously updated list.
PHOTOS
Putnam County damage
Davidson County damage
Wilson County damage
Stories of victims and survival
- GALLERY: Here are the victim's of the March tornadoes
- Here's what to know about the tornadoes that killed 24 in Tennessee
- A story of survival: Teen ripped from bedroom, thrown into neighbor's pool in Cookeville
- ‘They wouldn’t have wanted to live without each other.’ Family of 3 killed in Putnam Co. tornado
- Boss remembers Cookeville tornado victims: 'You can't replace Todd.'
- 'We lost everything.' Donelson couple hit by tornado while preparing for wedding
- North Nashville neighbors come together to rebuild their neighborhood after tornado
- 'I’m grateful that I’m alive.' East Nashville woman escapes death from Tornado
- ‘Nothing looks familiar anymore.’ Residents recount Nashville tornado
- 4-year-old Hattie Collins one of five children killed in the EF-4 tornado in Putnam Co.
