TN: 100K without power in Nashville [telecom]

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Strong storms down trees and power lines across the mid-state; 100K without power in Nashville

By: Rebekah Pewitt

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) - A line of strong storms passed through Middle Tennessee causing damage when strong winds downed trees and power lines. The storm also caused a death in Spring Hill, when a limb allegedly fell on a firefighter.

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Emergency management officials in Maury County conducted multiple water rescues in different areas of the Duck River. Several roads were blocked by downed trees and 911 communications were hindered due to many AT&T power lines that were downed.