Tennessee Earthquakes Newswire

Can dogs predict earthquakes?

A 4.1 magnitude earthquake surprised East Tennessee, raising questions about dogs' ability to sense seismic activity. KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A 4.1 magnitude earthquake shook East Tennessee early Saturday morning, catching many people off guard. But some …

Three-day weather/sky forecast: Storms remain in sight

The Magnolia area will remain warm and humid through Tuesday, with periodic showers and thunderstorms -- some potentially severe. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch covered Southeastern Arkansas into early Sunday, indicating a risk of damaging winds and hail. …

At least 18 dead after powerful tornado ripped through Kentucky

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Minor earthquake felt in Danville

Published 11:34 am Thursday, May 15, 2025 Residents in Danville experienced light shaking early Sunday morning as part of a 2.8 magnitude earthquake that struck just after 3:40 a.m., marking the second earthquake to affect the region in less than 24 hours. …

Tennessee earthquake exercises

Missouri and Kentucky storms leave buildings damaged and trees scattered

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Missouri and Kentucky storms leave buildings damaged and trees scattered 00:47 UP NEXT Devastating tornado hits St. Louis 02:26 Beyoncé's Chicago …

Mild earthquake shakes Macon County

Map/USGS - A map showing the area of the earthquake felt in Macon County on May 10, 2025. Map/USGS - A map showing the area of the earthquake felt in Macon County on May 10, 2025. A magnitude 4.1 earthquake near Greenback, Tennessee, rattled the …

Earthquakes not uncommon in Asheville area

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The Asheville area has a history of moderate earthquakes. Did you know the largest was a magnitude 5.2 event in 1916 that was centered near Skyland? The quake was felt across a wide area, including South Carolina, Tennessee …

‘An exciting event to experience’ | UT professor reacts to Saturday’s earthquake

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Days after a magnitude 4.1 earthquake rocked East Tennessee, a University of Tennessee professor is reacting to the event. Previous Coverage:4.1 magnitude earthquake felt across East Tennessee “I woke up Saturday like everyone …

Portion of Foothills Parkway closes for additional inspections after earthquake

GATLINBURG, Tenn. (WVLT) - A portion of the Foothills Parkway has closed for a second time since Saturday morning’s earthquake. Previous Coverage: 4.1 magnitude earthquake felt across East Tennessee After the earthquake, a portion of Foothills Parkway West …

6.0 Magnitude Earthquake Reported

The China earthquake was reported hours after a 4.1-magnitude earthquake was reported in Tennessee on Saturday (May 10), according to the United States Geological Survey. The earthquake was centered in Greenback at a depth of 24.9 kilometers (about 15.5 …

Earthquake shakes folks up a bit

A Saturday morning earthquake shook area homes and rattled some nerves but caused no damage. The 4.1 magnitude quake originated about 23 km (14 miles) beneath the earth’s surface near Knoxville, Tennessee, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.  Facebook …

Kentucky Air National Guard stages major earthquake drill in Paducah

PADUCAH — The Kentucky Air National Guard staged a large-scale earthquake-response drill Tuesday at Barkley Regional Airport in Paducah. The exercise, known as Exercise Grindstone, simulates a 7.5-magnitude earthquake in the New Madrid Seismic Zone. The …

Earthquake shakes Southeast, including Campbell County

That was an earthquake you felt on Saturday morning. According to the United States Geological Survey, a 4.1-magnitude earthquake occurred at 21 kilometers southeast of Greenback in Tennessee. But reports indicate people felt the earthquake through much of …

6.4 Magnitude Earthquake Reported

A 6.4-magnitude earthquake was reported in Tonga on Wednesday (May 14), according to the United States Geological Survey. The earthquake was centered in Neiafu at a depth of 243.1 kilometers (about 151 miles). The USGS said it received zero reports of …

Tennessee Task Force holds 1st disaster response exercise in Memphis since 2007

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - For the first time since 2007, the Tennessee Military Department, in conjunction with the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency, held a disaster response exercise in Memphis on Tuesday. It comes on the heels of the 4.1 magnitude …

Three-day weather/sky forecast: Storms possible today

Humid conditions will prevail in the Magnolia area through the weekend with storms possible today. Saturday: High 90°. Low 70°. Warm and humid with times of clouds and sun; an afternoon thunderstorm; storms can bring flooding downpours and localized …

Three-day weather/sky forecast: Warm and humid, possible downpours

There is a potential for severe weather this weekend, including isolate tornadoes, large hail and damaging winds. Three-day Forecast Friday: High 89°. Low 69°. Humid with periods of clouds and sunshine; breezy in the morning, then a thunderstorm in the …

Three-day weather/sky forecast: Humid conditions

Overcast and warm conditions are forecast for the Magnolia area through Saturday. Thursday, May 15: Overcast. High 94 °F, Low 75 °F. Friday, May 16: Overcast. High 94 °F, Low 76 °F. Saturday, May 17: Showers late with breaks of sun afterward. High 97 °F, …

Leander Texas Roofing Inspector and Leander Savanna Ranch Resident Recaps May 2025 Hail Storm Damage

Leander, Texas, Roofing Inspector and Leander Savanna Ranch Resident Recaps May 2025 Leander Tx Hail Storm Damage. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, May 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Central Texas Devastated by Massive Hailstorm; Local Roofing Expert …

Dayspring Restoration Launches New Website

Montana’s premier disaster restoration company delivers a better user experience and more comprehensive information to customers with their new website. BOZEMAN, MT, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dayspring Restoration is …

Survivors Living in FEMA Direct Housing Urged to Prepare for Storm Season

With Hurricane season right around the corner the safety and well-being of occupants living in FEMA temporary housing units is an important concern of the agency. Below are tips for preparing for Hurricane season. If severe weather is predicted, stay alert …

Arkansas Survivors Affected by the March 14-15 Severe Storms and Tornadoes Can Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance

LITTLE ROCK – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for Arkansas homeowners and renters in nine counties who sustained damage from the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred March 14-15. Financial assistance is available to eligible …

Brownlow Utility District to Receive $1 Million to Repair Crackers Neck Road Waterline

FEMA has approved more than $1 million to repair the waterline that runs along Crackers Neck Road and serves the community near Vaught Creek, which was damaged after Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late September.  FEMA’s Public …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Lincoln County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Lincoln County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

9 Days Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie,  Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by  the February severe storms and …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Warren County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Warren County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Muhlenberg County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Muhlenberg County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

More Than Half of Energy Leaders Say Their Weather Forecasts Are Not Accurate Enough

Meteomatics’ New Report Reveals Energy Leaders’ Concerns as They Navigate Weather’s Increasing Impact on Operations MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Meteomatics, the weather intelligence and technology company …

FEMA Fire Management Assistance Grant Approved for Greer Fire

OAKLAND, Calif. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Region 9 Administrator authorized the use of federal funds to assist the state of Arizona in combating the Greer Fire burning in Apache County.  On May 14, the state of Arizona submitted a …

Kentucky Homeowners With Privately-Owned Road and Bridge Damage May Be Eligible for FEMA Assistance

FRANKFORT, Ky. – If you had a privately-owned road or bridge damaged or destroyed by the April severe storms, FEMA or the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) may provide financial assistance for replacement or repairs. FEMA Assistance FEMA may provide …

Chippewa County Residents Invited to Review Flood Maps

CHICAGO — Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Chippewa County. Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local …

Cass County Residents Invited to Review Flood Maps

CHICAGO — Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Cass County. Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood …

Kentuckians in 24 More Counties Now Eligible To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following April Severe Storms

FRANKFORT, Ky. –Twenty-four additional counties in the Commonwealth of Kentucky have been added to the major disaster declaration for Kentucky’s severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides, and mudslides and flooding that began …

Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma

DENTON, Texas – Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local …

Gilayo Offers Scalable, Rapid Housing Solutions for Homeless Encampments in California and Beyond

Innovative Modular Steel Structures Provide Immediate Relief and Long-Term Solutions for the Homeless Crisis AUBURN, CA, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As California takes bold steps to address its homeless crisis, with …

Hurricane Preparedness in Louisiana: Key Measures Homeowners Can Take Before the Storm

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As hurricane season approaches, property owners across Louisiana are urged to begin preparations early to reduce potential damage and improve recovery outcomes. The Gulf Coast region …

NxGenComm Demonstrates Advanced 5G Network Relay Capabilities at Project Convergence Capstone 2025

Advanced 5G Relay Demonstrated MORRISVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NxGenComm (NXG) today announced the successful demonstration of its enhanced M5NS Joint Communications Platform at Project Convergence Capstone …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Arkansas

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Arkansas to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and tornadoes from March 14–15, 2025.  The President’s action makes federal funding …