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Guardian Staff. (2026, November 6). Flash flooding washes through Georgia-Tennessee border – video. The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/video/2026/nov/06/flash-flooding-washes-through-georgia-tennessee-border-video
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Torrential rain triggered flash flooding on the Georgia-Tennessee border, leading to evacuations and rescue efforts in McCaysville, Georgia, and Copperhill, Tennessee. Outgoing Georgia Governor Brian Kemp declared a state of emergency for Fannin, Gilmer, Union, and Murray counties due to the severe conditions on November 4, 2026. The storms dropped between 3 to 5 inches (8 to 13 centimeters) of rain in these areas overnight, causing rivers like the Toccoa and Ocoee to rise rapidly and flood buildings to their rooflines. Swift water rescue teams evacuated over 30 people from affected regions, though some individuals remained stranded due to hazardous conditions. The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for the region until mid-morning on November 5th, with local officials urging residents to stay away from flooded areas along the river.