Fort Dickerson Park in Knoxville will be closed Friday while emergency personnel investigate a possible drowning. The Knox Rescue Squad searched Augusta Quarry after a man reportedly jumped into the water late Thursday night and was not seen coming back out. Officials said it was unclear whether he made it out.
WHO:Knox Rescue Squad and emergency personnel
WHAT:Fort Dickerson Park closed as crews investigate a possible drowning; search conducted at Augusta Quarry
WHEN:Aug 21, 2026
WHERE:Fort Dickerson Park and Augusta Quarry, Knoxville, Tennessee
WHY:Emergency personnel are investigating a possible drowning after a man reportedly entered the water and was not seen coming back out.
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