Archive · 13 Aug 2025
Chattanooga Hit by Deadly Flooding After Heavy Rainfall
Chattanooga, Tennessee, experienced major flooding after a lot of rain.
Sadly, three people died.
Roads were closed, but some have reopened.
Rescue teams saved people from the floodwaters.
More rain is expected, and over six million people are warned about potential flooding.
Heavy rainfall caused severe flash flooding in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
At least three people died due to the flooding.
Interstate 24 experienced closures but has since reopened.
Multiple swift-water rescues were conducted by rescue crews.
Over 6 million people in Tennessee and Kentucky are under flood watches.
- Who
- Residents of Chattanooga and surrounding areas.
- What
- Severe flash flooding in Chattanooga due to heavy rainfall.
- When
- Tuesday, August 12, 2025, and ongoing with more rain expected.
- Where
- Chattanooga, Tennessee.
- Why
- Due to record rainfall.
- Rainfall Amount
- 6.42 inches on Tuesday
- Fatalities
- At least three
- Injuries
- Unknown
- Road Closures
- Interstate 24 closed, then reopened
- Rescue Efforts
- Chattanooga Fire Department and Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office
