Barge Breaks Free in High Water on the Tennessee River

October 1, 2024

A barge that broke free on the Tennessee River near Loudon, Tenn. has been recovered and secured, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.

The breakaway was caused by high water stemming from Hurricane Helene.

© Chris / Adobe Stock
© Chris / Adobe Stock

The Coast Guard said it is cautioning mariners to monitor river levels and proceed with caution when transiting the Tennessee River as the high water situation persists.

Helene slammed into the Florida Panhandle as a major hurricane on September. 26, and its winds, rain and storm surge killed over 100 people across the U.S. Southeast and Midwest.

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