Flood Relief Facts ☑️

Hurricane Helene has hit East Tennessee and other southern states hard, leaving behind devastation across North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and Virginia. Communities have been reeling from the deadly flooding and the destruction of homes, roads, and schools. Here in TN, Newport has seen some of the worst flooding, with families still struggling to clean up their neighborhoods and pick up the pieces of their lives. We’ve all seen the photos of the damage, and it’s nothing short of heartbreaking.

On top of that, you’ve probably seen a lot of chatter online about the response to the storm. Let me tell you, talk is cheap—especially when it’s full of misinformation. Some folks are out there spreading rumors, but I’m here to set the record straight and share the facts about what’s really happening in our state.

Here’s what’s actually going on right now on the ground:

• The Tennessee National Guard has deployed 401 soldiers and airmen, delivered over 67,500 lbs of food and water, and moved 93 truckloads of debris out of our communities.
• 1,500 lbs of household supplies have been delivered to families in need.
• The National Guard has rescued 105 people through airlifts.
• The Department of Defense has green-lit a Title 10 request, bringing in more active duty personnel and equipment to help with recovery efforts.
• TEMA has received 100 Starlink satellite systems to ensure emergency responders stay connected while they help our neighbors.

This isn’t just talk—this is real action. Our first responders, the Tennessee National Guard, and volunteers from across the state are out there every single day making a difference. These are the facts.

While misinformation and rumors might be flying around, East Tennesseans know better. We don’t let noise distract us from the real task at hand—helping our neighbors and rebuilding our community. If you want to make a difference, I encourage you to donate to local organizations or volunteer your time (see details below for an event on Saturday).

Now is not the time for division or distractions. Now is the time for action and unity. Let’s focus on getting our neighbors back on their feet and showing the strength of East Tennessee.

Thank you for standing with me and for standing with our community.

Join Us Saturday 👏

Join us this Saturday, October 5th, for a critical East Tennessee Flooding Relief Food Drive to support our neighbors affected by Hurricane Helene. From 10 AM to 4 PM at Knoxville Wholesale Furniture, we’ll be collecting bottled water and non-perishable food to help those in need. This is a great way to come together as a community and make a difference in the recovery efforts.

Hosted by Mission of Hope, this event is a powerful way to show our support during these tough times. Can’t make it? You can still donate to this important cause by visiting Mission of Hope. Let’s join hands to lift up our neighbors and rebuild East Tennessee, one step at a time.

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