Event Brief
Storms down trees, power lines in East TN
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Aug 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
Summary: Storms brought down trees and power lines, blocking roads in parts of Anderson County, including Park Lane and Oliver Springs Highway.
WHO: Anderson County dispatch and 10News
WHAT: Trees and power lines were brought down, with multiple roads blocked.
WHEN: Aug 17, 2026 at 5:26 PM ET
WHERE: Anderson County, Tennessee
WHY: Storms caused the damage, bringing down trees and power lines.
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