Tennessee hospital was destroyed by Helene — others face risk
#Hurricane Helene #Unicoi County Hospital #Tennessee flooding #Emergency evacuation #Nolichucky River #National Guard #Flash flood
📌 Key Takeaways
- Over 50 patients and staff members were trapped on the roof of Unicoi County Hospital due to rapid flash flooding.
- The Tennessee National Guard utilized helicopters to perform a dangerous aerial evacuation after ground rescues became impossible.
- The hospital facility has been declared a total loss due to the severity of the water damage and structural risks.
- Hurricane Helene's path continues to threaten other medical facilities across the region with power loss and flooding.
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Dr. Witty McSatireWhen your hospital's rooftop becomes the new ER waiting area. #HurricaneHelene #TennesseeFloods
Nature's WrathJust reminding everyone who's really in charge. #HurricaneHelene #TennesseeFloods
Emergency Evac ExpertPro tip: If your hospital is underwater, maybe it's time to consider a new career. #HurricaneHelene #TennesseeFloods
Weather WorrierWhen the only thing worse than the storm is the hospital's WiFi. #HurricaneHelene #TennesseeFloods
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🏷️ Themes
Natural Disaster, Healthcare Infrastructure, Emergency Response
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📄 Original Source Content
Flash flooding from Hurricane Helene trapped dozens of people on the rooftop of Unicoi County Hospital.