Area law enforcement and emergency management agencies are warning drivers to avoid high waters and use caution. Flood warnings are in effect for several counties in East Tennessee. 6 News’ crews and viewers have captured photos of flooding, heavy rain and trees down throughout the region.

Lee commended the separate agencies on their work together, thanking them for their organization and efforts in keeping the community safe.

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has set up a hotline to coordinate missing persons reports in areas affected by severe flooding in East Tennessee. The TBI shared just after 1:40 p.m. Saturday that those who wish to report missing individuals believed to be in areas across East Tennessee that have been

The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency is warning people to stay away from flooded areas in the Northeast despite heavy rainfall beginning to slow.