ice storm
Coverage of ice storm in the Nexus archive.
- Tennessee’s emergency management agency becomes standalone state department
Tennessee’s emergency management agency has transitioned to a standalone state department named the Tennessee Emergency Management Authority. The change aims to improve coordination across state agencies for faster crisis response, with Patrick Sheehan as the first commissioner. The department cited recent disasters like Hurricane Helene and a 2024 ice storm as reasons for the structural shift.
- Review finds NES could have restored ice storm power outages five days sooner under 'ideal conditions'
An independent review found that Nashville Electric Service could have restored power five days earlier during January's ice storm under 'ideal conditions'. The analysis evaluated NES's response to the winter weather event.
- NES ice storm review finds delayed response, tree trimming failures and poor emergency response plan
An independent review of Nashville Electric Service's response to a January ice storm found delayed calls for outside help, inadequate tree trimming, and a lack of emergency restoration plans, leaving thousands without power for up to two weeks. NES CEO Teresa Broyles-Aplin acknowledged shortcomings but emphasized efforts to improve operations and staffing.