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Rutherford County, TN - Severe storms are wreaking havoc across Rutherford County and surrounding areas, causing significant disruptions and dangerous conditions. The Rutherford County Sheriff's Office has confirmed that downed trees are obstructing multiple roadways, prompting swift responses from emergency crews.
Roads Impacted:
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6700-block of Williams Road
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4500-block of Jones Road
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Jacobs Hollow Road at Bradyville Pike
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Webb Road at Barfield-Crescent Road
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U.S. Highway 231 South at Rock Springs-Midland Road
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Interstate 24 at the 88-mile marker toward Manchester near Buchanan Road
Additionally, a privacy fence is partially blocking Rucker Road near County Farm Road, adding to the challenges facing drivers.
Emergency responders are actively working to clear the blocked roads and ensure public safety. Motorists are advised to avoid the affected areas and exercise caution while traveling, as conditions remain hazardous.
Bobbie Hayes OK in Readyville
WGNS News spoke with longtime WGNS employee Bobbie Hayes just after the stormed passed through Readyville on Saturday afternoon (3/15/2025). She was still in her "safe room", and said that although her newly constructed home was not finished, it made it through this storm and never shook. As you recall, on April 1, 2024, an EF2 tornado devestated the small community on the Rutherford-Cannon County line. Bobbie's 98-year old home in which she was born, was destroyed. In the two-years that followed, she was conned by unlicensed contractors. At least, they built a structure that withstood this storm. Her insurance company forced her to move into that incompleted home.
She said, "God watched over me again today. Even my dog, Spot, relaxed in the floor of our Safe Place."
Bobbie was full-time on the WGNS staff for almost 40-years, and still helps in some areas.
Rutherford County Shelters
Remember, PIO Lisa Kaye told WGNS News, "Rutherford County's Public Health and Safety buildings will be open as public shelters at 3:00PM Saturday afternoon (3/15/2025) for as long as needed. They are being used as storm shelters, but for limited hours until the severe weather threat has passed. The maximum capacity is 200 standing. These buildings are above ground and built to FEMA standards."
They are located at:
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8055 Woodbury Pike, Readyville, TN
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6525 Lascassas Pike, Lascassas, TN
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6540 Highway 99, Rockvale, TN
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6413 Lebanon Rd., Walter Hill, TN
Stay tuned for further updates and information on recovery efforts as crews continue their work to address the damage caused by these relentless storms. For continuous coverage, follow WGNS News on FM 101.9, AM 1450, and FM 100.5, or visit their website for live updates.
