Clay County NC 911

10/10/2026

**High Wind Warning & Flood Watch remain in effect for Clay County into Sunday Morning**

See the information below from the National Weather Service Morristown TN:

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Morristown TN
938 AM EDT Sat Oct 10 2026

NCZ060-061-TNZ018-041-043-045-047-072-074-087-102-VAZ006-008-110030-
/O.CON.KMRX.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-261011T1200Z/
Cherokee-Clay-Johnson-Cocke Smoky Mountains-Southeast Greene-
Unicoi-Southeast Carter-Blount Smoky Mountains-Sevier Smoky
Mountains-Southeast Monroe-East Polk-Russell-Washington VA-
Including the cities of Citico, Murphy, Shooting Creek, Honaker,
Gatlinburg, Bristol VA, Turtletown, Laurel Bloomery, Shady Valley,
Benhams, Mountain City, Dye, Topton, Tusquitee, Marble, Lebanon,
Unaka, Andrews, Unicoi, Neva, Hansonville, Ducktown, Limestone Cove,
Abingdon, Doeville, Hiawasse Dam, Erwin, Cades Cove, Big Frog
Mountain, Coker Creek, Elkmont, Rosedale, Cedar Creek, Hampton,
Brasstown, Hartford, Violet, Trade, Castlewood, and Hayesville
938 AM EDT Sat Oct 10 2026
..HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...East winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected,
especially in the higher elevations.

* WHERE...Portions of southwest North Carolina, east Tennessee, and
southwest Virginia.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This set up is likely to produce high winds
along the eastern TN mountains and foothills. Lower terrain will
likely see lesser impacts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

Flood Watch
Flood Watch
National Weather Service Morristown TN
910 AM EDT Sat Oct 10 2026

NCZ060-061-TNZ081>084-098>102-110000-
/O.CON.KMRX.FA.A.0012.000000T0000Z-261011T1200Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Cherokee-Clay-Sequatchie-Bledsoe-Rhea-Meigs-Marion-Hamilton-Bradley-
West Polk-East Polk-
Including the cities of Benton, Reliance, Martin Springs, Murphy,
Shooting Creek, Dayton, Cleveland, Melvine, Turtletown, Dunlap,
Evensville, Mount Crest, Cartwright, Conasauga, South Pittsburg,
Brayton, Topton, Tusquitee, Marble, Jasper, Unaka, Andrews, Old
Washington, Monteagle, Parksville, Haletown (Guild), Palio,
Tasso, Ducktown, Signal Mountain, Lone Oak, Grandview, Whitwell,
Chattanooga, Hiawasse Dam, Big Spring, Lookout Mountain, Cagle,
Powells Crossroads, Archville, Big Frog Mountain, Pikeville, Old
Cumberland, Brasstown, Violet, Spring City, and Hayesville
910 AM EDT Sat Oct 10 2026 /810 AM CDT Sat Oct 10 2026/
..FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.

* WHERE...Portions of southwest North Carolina, including the
following areas, Cherokee and Clay and east Tennessee, including
the following areas, Bledsoe, Bradley, East Polk, Hamilton, Marion,
Meigs, Rhea, Sequatchie and West Polk.

* WHEN...Through Sunday morning.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Remnants of Hurricane Isaias is expected to bring moderate to
heavy rainfall to the area this morning through early Sunday.
Rainfall totals of 1 to 2 inches with locally heavier amounts
possible. The potential for repeated rounds of moderate to heavy
rain will support the potential of flash flooding.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.

&&

$$

10/09/2026

During a significant weather event, knowing when and who to call for help can make all the difference. When you call 911 for a non-emergency situation, vital resources are pulled from the people who need them the most.

Know when to call 911 -

Call 911 when:
1. There’s a threat to life or property, such as a fire, serious injury, motor vehicle accident, downed powerlines, or a tree on a home or in the roadway and stay away from any downed powerlines.
2. Someone needs immediate medical assistance.
3. You want to report a crime or witness a crime in progress.
4. There’s an active threat, such as an active violence situation.

When NOT to call 911:

1. A fallen tree that is not on a house, structure, or roadway.
2. Non-life or non-property threatening flood.
3. You need to report a minor crime like vandalism or a theft that isn’t happening now.
4. You have a general question for law enforcement.
5. To Report a Power or other Utility Outage:
Call the respective company you purchase the utility from.
6. To Ask for Weather or Road Conditions.

Remember, your safety and the safety of others is always a priority! Stay aware and make the right call.

Clay County 911 Center Non-Emergency Phone Number :
828-389-2256

If in doubt, call 911 to make your report.

10/09/2026

The National Weather Service in Morristown, Tennessee has issued a High Wind Warning for Clay County:

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Morristown TN
448 PM EDT Fri Oct 9 2026

NCZ060-061-101200-
/O.UPG.KMRX.WI.Y.0014.261010T0400Z-261011T1200Z/
/O.EXA.KMRX.HW.W.0003.261010T0400Z-261011T1200Z/
Cherokee-Clay-
Including the cities of Unaka, Murphy, Shooting Creek, Brasstown,
Hayesville, Hiawasse Dam, Topton, Marble, Tusquitee, Andrews, and
Violet
448 PM EDT Fri Oct 9 2026
..HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 8 AM EDT
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...East winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected,
mainly in the higher elevations.

* WHERE...Cherokee and Clay Counties.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 8 AM EDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

10/09/2026

This is the most recent forecast on the rain affecting the Clay County and surrounding areas this weekend.

Heavy rain is expected to begin tonight around midnight in the southern Tennessee Valley. Heavy rain threat spreads north through Saturday afternoon. Isolated Flash Flooding possible.

10/09/2026

This is the most recent forecast on the windy conditions affecting the Clay County and surrounding areas this weekend.

Strong winds start increasing tonight around midnight with 30 to 40 mph gusts likely for many locations by tomorrow afternoon. The strongest winds will occur in the mountains where 60+ mph gusts are forecast. Please plan accordingly.

10/09/2026

📢 2026 PUBLIC SAFETY EXPO POSTPONED

Due to the forecast for this Saturday, October 10th, and the National Weather Service’s issuance of both a Flood Watch and High Wind Watch for Clay County, we have made the difficult decision to postpone this year’s Public Safety Expo.

With the potential for heavy rainfall, flooding, and damaging wind gusts, the safety of our attendees, volunteers, and participating public safety agencies must come first.

The event is postponed, NOT canceled!

We are working with our participating agencies to establish a new date and will announce it as soon as possible.

We sincerely appreciate the support of our community, sponsors, and participating agencies. We know many families were looking forward to this event, and we share your disappointment.

Please help us spread the word, and stay safe this weekend!

Clay County Fire & Rescue

10/09/2026

This is the latest weather forecast for Clay County and surrounding areas from the National Weather Service in Morristown, TN.

**Flood Watch in effect from Saturday, October 10, 2026, 2:00am until Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 8:00am.**

**High Wind Watch in effect from October 10, 2026, 8:00am to Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 8:00am.**

The area is forecast to receive Widespread Heavy Rainfall Saturday into Saturday night. 1 to 2 inches of rain is possible, with locally higher rainfall totals. Gusty winds are possible across the region starting early Saturday morning.

Continue to monitor media outlets for the latest weather forecasts, watches, and warnings.

More information will be posted as it is received from the weather service and Clay County Emergency Services.

10/08/2026

This is the latest information on the weather that will impact Clay County and surrounding areas this weekend. Continue to monitor weather reports and media outlets as forecasts are published. Further information will be posted as it becomes available.

10/07/2026

A tropical storm will move north into the Tennessee valley and southern Appalachian this weekend producing the potential of heavy rain and strong winds, especially for the mountains and foothills.

10/07/2026

Stay tuned to the local weather forecast over the next several days and through the weekend as a tropical storm system moves into the Clay County area, bringing the possibility of heavy rain, flash flooding, and windy conditions. More information will be posted as it is received.