Chattanooga, Hamilton County Officials Say They’ll Ask State About Interstate Flooding | Chattanooga Times Free Press

Starting over: Many East Ridge residents grapple with aftermath of severe flooding

EAST RIDGE, Tenn. — After nearly 7 inches of rain fell on Tuesday, East Ridge homeowners are facing the daunting task of recovery. The Hamilton County Office of

Chattanooga floods a rare event, officials say

(The Center Square) – The flooding that resulted in the deaths of four people in the Chattanooga area was a once-in-a-century event, according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation.

"Once in 500 years flooding:" TDOT speaks on interstate flooding and drainage

Among some parts of the roadway, more than three feet of water pooled, submerging cars and trapping drivers inside.

Major Flooding Hits Chattanooga; I-24 At Brainerd Shut Down, Then Reopened

Chattanooga, Hamilton County officials say they’ll ask state about interstate flooding | Chattanooga Times Free Press

Tuesday's deadly flash flooding, which closed Interstate 24 for hours Tuesday night and left a new section of highway under water, has raised questions about whether the $161 million project was built with adequate protection against inundation.