NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — After the Volunteer State was hit by multiple rounds of severe weather over the past few days, the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency provided an update on storm recovery efforts.

The State Emergency Operations Center in Nashville is reportedly activated at a Level 3 state of emergency to support local requests associated with the storms. Meanwhile, Gov. Bill Lee’s Emergency Declaration request was “approved to provide emergency protective measures (Category B), limited to direct federal assistance, under the Public Assistance program at 75 percent,” according to officials.

Rivers running high in Middle TN, Southern KY

“Multiple rounds of severe thunderstorms moved through West and Middle Regions throughout the day into the night. A bowing storm segment in West Region had significant wind gusts and potentially embedded tornadoes. Additional thunderstorms due to significant heavy rainfall, a Flash Flood Emergency was issued for the Memphis Metro area, along with many flash flood warnings across most of the state,” TEMA said in the flash report, which was posted just before 5:15 p.m. on Sunday, April 6. “Scattered light showers will persist today. Behind this system, below normal temperatures will persist for at least the next week. Low temperatures on Tuesday morning could be below freezing. High temperatures will be in the 50s/60s.”

TEMA said it’s working with local and federal partners to assess damages caused by the severe weather to determine whether they meet the federal statutory requirements for a federal major disaster declaration.

If your home or property was damaged during the storms over the past few days, officials encourage you to take photos of it and make note of any losses before starting the cleanup process. You can report those damages to your local emergency management agency.

As of Sunday, TEMA said it’s provided 2,000 gallons of fuel; 38,950 sandbags; 96 boxes of tarps; and 2,026 cases of water to counties who have made requests for assistance.

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According to officials, nearly a dozen wastewater facilities — most of which are in Middle Tennessee — started seeing impacts from the flooding and severe weather by Sunday evening, so they’re all taking measures to mitigate any possible issues. Most of those facilities are located in Middle Tennessee

Local jurisdictions and the American Red Cross are managing shelters in areas impacted by the storms. You can find an up to date list of shelter locations by following this link.

The Tennessee Department of Health has confirmed 10 weather-related fatalities so far, which is the same number from TEMA’s flash report on Saturday, April 5:

• One in Obion County

• One in Tipton County

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Meanwhile, with flooding impacting so many roads in the Volunteer State, officials urge motorists to check road conditions on the Tennessee Department of Transportation’s SmartWay website.

TEMA ended Sunday’s flash report with the following information and recommendations:

• Crisis Cleanup has been activated. Survivors can call 615-488-1875.
• Do not enter damaged building or hazardous locations. 
• Do not drive through flooded roadways and walkways.
• Avoid downed power lines. 
• If your house or property has sustained damage, take pictures before the cleanup efforts and contact your insurance company. Complaint line for insurance: (615) 741-2218 or 1-800-342-4029.
• Even after the storm passes, power outages have their own set of hazards. Be careful with generators – never use them inside or in garages to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning. Use flashlights, not candles, to avoid risk of fire. 
• Restoring your ability to communicate is a critical priority. Always call 811 before you dig.
• Do not self-deploy to assist impacted areas. Wait for local officials to issue guidance. 
• Contact your local emergency management agency if you need immediate assistance.

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