Nashville, IL – A dire situation is unfolding in Nashville, Illinois, as authorities have issued an urgent evacuation order due to the imminent failure of the Nashville Dam. Residents in the affected area have been instructed to leave their homes immediately to avoid the impending floodwaters.
According to the Washington County IL Emergency Management Agency, the secondary dam has been overtopped, leading to a high risk of flooding. The agency posted on social media, emphasizing the urgency of the situation. “The failure of the Nashville dam is imminent. Please evacuate your home at this time. If you are in the green shaded area, you need to evacuate now!”
The designated evacuation zone is clearly marked on a map provided by the emergency management agency, spanning from the reservoir to the center of Nashville. Local authorities are working tirelessly to ensure the safety of all residents, urging them to heed the warnings and relocate to safer areas immediately.
Emergency services are on high alert, coordinating efforts to manage the evacuation and provide assistance to those in need. Local shelters have been set up to accommodate displaced residents.
