Knoxville, TN – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has established a hotline to assist in locating missing individuals affected by the severe flooding across East Tennessee. As floodwaters continue to rise, the TBI encourages residents to report anyone who may be missing in the affected areas.
Those seeking to report missing persons should contact 1-800-TBI-FIND. Callers are urged to provide as much information as possible, including names, phone numbers, vehicle details, and last known whereabouts.
According to the TBI, the public should avoid using the hotline to inquire about personal property. Their priority is to ensure the safety and location of individuals possibly trapped or displaced by the flooding. The agency stresses the importance of accounting for everyone impacted by the disaster.
Information collected will be shared with local law enforcement to aid in search and rescue efforts. Flooding in the region has already caused widespread damage, and authorities remain on high alert for further emergencies.
