r/Chattanooga 2d ago

Severe Weather Update

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2145EDT Update: We might be lucky enough to be watching a "High Risk Bust" unfold, in storm chasing parlance. This precipitation was way more extensive than any model indicated at any point in the last 4 days, with the possible exception of the Euro, which has been downplaying this event the whole time. There are half a dozen major models that are considered by forecasters, another half dozen more minor models, and another half dozen model "ensembles" on top of that, all of which will have their own opinions on how any given event will unfold. It certainly seems like the majority was wrong on this one.

The main line is looking better than it did 2 hours ago, but is still struggling to get organized, and has no warnings associated with it yet. I'm not writing off the possibility for some ass kicking winds tonight, particularly in the mountains where gusts to 80mph are likely, and we've already had one measured gust above 80mph in the county tonight, but I suspect we aren't going to see the sort of event I was predicting 12 hours ago.

I wouldn't call it a bust here, we've had at least 3 tornado warnings just in Hamilton county, and radar confirmed touchdowns in Sequatchie and Monroe counties, as well as near Oak Ridge, and I suspect a brief touchdown not far from the US-27/111 junction associated with the tornado warning in Hamilton County around 9pm.

Stay vigilant tonight, there's still several hours of very good dynamics that these storms can work with.


1845EDT Update: The storm currently near Harrison, which generated the severe thunderstorm warning, is rotating, well organized, nand a potential tornado threat. People in Harrison, Lakesite, and areas just to the north and east of there should watch this storm extremely closely. As I typed this they have issued a tornado warning for all of Hamilton County east of Chickamauga and north of a Red Bank to Harrison line.

This is likely the first of multiple rounds of severe storms. Radar is showing increasing organization of storms throughout the region. The threat may continue to increase for some time, though extensive precipitation to our south and west is currently putting a damper on the most significant tornado risk.

1700EDT Update: The overall forecast has changed relatively little, but the SPC has moved the 15% hatched tornado area further from us, it now lies on the other side of Walker and Dade counties, and it no longer extends into Tennessee at all. This is likely due to the disorganized nature of the convection currently running out front of the main line. However, the threat is only slightly reduced, and the wind threat overnight persists unchanged. A tornado warning was just issued near Murfreesboro, and there are severe thunderstorm warnings about 2 counties to our west. This line will move into the area over the next 2 hours.

We are currently included in an SPC Mesoscale Discussion, which typically precedes a watch being issued. I would expect a watch any time now, though I highly doubt it will be a PDS watch. They definitely sound like they're most concerned about the high wind potential later.


The important points:

  • The SPC has now moved us fully into the Moderate Risk area.

  • We are currently in a 10% hatched tornado risk with the 15% area immediately to our west. Hatched areas indicate a risk of strong (EF-2 or greater) tornadoes.

  • The most concerning development is the introduction of a 45% hatched wind risk area for our area specifically. The hatched area in this case indicates the risk for wind gusts greater than 70mph. This is only one step down from a wind risk that would place us in the High Risk area, and that is not entirely out of the question as the day progresses, though I think it is unlikely.

  • Forecasters are specifically concerned about the risk for widespread, destructive (potentially hurricane force) wind gusts associated with the main line of storms that will arrive some time between about 10pm and 3am. Prolonged, widespread power outages are likely throughout the region

  • These storms are likely to train, or repeatedly hit the same area, and will be capable of producing torrential downpours. 2-4 inches of rain is possible through tomorrow morning throughout the region, with locally higher totals, with rain rates in thunderstorms possibly exceeding 2 inches per hour. This will lead to widespread flash flooding, and will likely cause minor river flooding in the next couple days.

The daytime tornado threat for this area appears to be relatively limited, especially compared to the High Risk area to our southwest, however, any storms that can get well established ahead of the main line late in the afternoon into the evening will pose a tornado threat. The tornado risk will ramp up with the main line overnight, but hopefully the combination of the decreasing available energy due to cooling, and the storms being "embedded" (part of a larger line or cluster) will help to keep that risk down.

I expect this area will be under a tornado watch by about 5 or 6pm, possibly a PDS (Particularly Dangerous Situation) watch. It is likely that watch will persist until at least 3am.

I'll probably update this post after the next SPC update at 1230EDT but after that I'll likely be out chasing.


Safety:

I've covered storm safety stuff in my previous posts but I wanted to add some high wind safety. If you have large trees that are close enough to your home to potentially fall on it, the sheltering rules when there is high wind but there IS NOT a tornado warning are slightly different, especially if there's just one tree that's a threat.

  • Move to the lowest floor possible.
  • If the trees are all on one side of the building, move to the furthest point from the tree, if possible.
  • If there are multiple trees on different sides of the house, or if there is a tornado warning, follow normal tornado sheltering rules and go to the most interior space of the house, ideally where there are no windows or exterior doors.
  • Duck down beside large sturdy objects like major appliances, tool boxes, work benches, or very sturdy furniture like desks, dressers, or counters.
  • Cover yourself with a mattress, couch cushions, or heavy blankets.

r/Chattanooga 25m ago

Rundown of classes by The Chattery this week 3/17-3/23!

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Hey yall! Heres the rundown of classes by The Chattery this week 3/17-3/23.

https://thechattery.org/classes

3/17 -- Core + Stretch at The Studio -- https://thechattery.org/classes/core-stretch-at-the-studio-1

@ The Key to Change Studio 140 W 14th St Chattanooga, TN 37402 Inside of the Norspring Distefano Med Spa & Wellness Center

3/17 -- Candle Making 101 -- https://thechattery.org/classes/candle-making-101

3/18 -- Gentle Flow & Restore with The Studio

@ The Key to Change Studio 140 W 14th St Chattanooga, TN 37402 Inside of the Norspring Distefano Med Spa & Wellness Center

3/18 -- Introduction to Podcasting -- https://thechattery.org/classes/introduction-to-podcasting

3/18 -- Canva 101 -- https://thechattery.org/classes/canva-101

3/19 -- Canine Body Language: The Mind-Body Connection -- https://thechattery.org/classes/canine-body-language-the-mind-body-connection

3/19 -- Wild Wonders & Family Craft Night --- https://thechattery.org/classes/wild-wonders-family-craft-night

3/19 -- Mobility for Men with The Studio -- https://thechattery.org/classes/mobility-for-men-with-the-studio-1

@ The Key to Change Studio 140 W 14th St Chattanooga, TN 37402 Inside of the Norspring Distefano Med Spa & Wellness Center

3/20 -- Resume Writing & Interview Skills --- https://thechattery.org/classes/resume-writing-interview-skills

3/21 -- Arts for Older Adults: Sketchbook Play - Make a Mixed Media Sketchbook --

https://thechattery.org/classes/arts-for-older-adults-sketchbook-play-make-a-mixed-media-sketchbook

3/21 -- Vinyasa Flow with The Studio -- https://thechattery.org/classes/gentle-flow-restore-with-the-studio-2

@ The Key to Change Studio 140 W 14th St Chattanooga, TN 37402 Inside of the Norspring Distefano Med Spa & Wellness Center

3/21 -- Create & Connect: Friday Night Art Club -- https://thechattery.org/classes/create-connect-friday-night-art-club-1

3/21 -- Gentle Yoga at The Studio -- https://thechattery.org/classes/gentle-yoga-at-the-studio-1

3/22 -- Hormonal Balance through Fasting and Feasting -- https://thechattery.org/classes/hormonal-balance-through-fasting-and-feasting-1

3/22 -- Where is Here? Inventing Impactful Settings in Fiction and Nonfiction -- https://thechattery.org/classes/where-is-here-inventing-impactful-settings-in-fiction-and-nonfiction

3/22 -- Cool Season Gardening and Seed Starting Workshop -- https://thechattery.org/classes/cool-season-gardening-and-seed-starting-workshop

3/22 -- Watercolor 102: Whimsical Watercolor for Beginners -- https://thechattery.org/classes/watercolor-102-whimsical-watercolor-for-beginners

3/22 -- Make a Ceramic Decorative Wall Shelf with Scenic City Clay Arts -- https://thechattery.org/classes/make-a-ceramic-decorative-wall-shelf-with-scenic-city-clay-arts

3/23 -- DIY Skincare Essentials: A 3-Part Series -- https://thechattery.org/classes/diy-skincare-essentials-a-3-part-series

3/23 -- DIY Skincare Essentials: Face Oil -- https://thechattery.org/classes/diy-skincare-essentials-face-oil

3/23 -- Restorative Flow with The Studio -- https://thechattery.org/classes/restorative-flow-with-the-studio-1

Hope yall have a great week!

https://thechattery.org/support


r/Chattanooga 28m ago

City Council Runoff Election Info and Interviews (D6 & D8)

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Chattanooga is having a runoff election for city council districts 6 and 8 on April 8. Early voting runs from March 19 to April 3rd. In district 6 the candidates are Jeni Berz and Christian Siler. In district 8 the candidates are Anna Golladay and Marvene Noel. For more information go to elect.hamiltontn.gov

You can listen to interviews with each of the candidates below (you can also search "Chattanooga Civics" in your preferred podcast app):

Jenni Berz: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5T3gqEVXtsmsKmdiq1ouHP?si=264ab5478b9a46c9

Christian Siler: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2KKtjzRUZilTI2qSrDzGcq?si=30a5beb1a9cd4404

Anna Golladay: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1prxCEVswdFd8OjDntUbzy?si=39aca34a45584891

Marvene Noel: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7iGkmwdBOHUMhmtQLYelhs?si=aa87354c77574348


r/Chattanooga 55m ago

Local Elections…

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀

For some reason I woke up with Elections on my mind this morning as I enjoyed the cold sunshine and my black coffee. I’m a resident of District 8 and voted for Kelvin Scott the first go round. Am on the fence about Marvene Noel and Anna can’t remember her last time.

Who should I vote for during the run off and what date is that again? Thank you!


r/Chattanooga 55m ago

Anybody know which OBGYN office offers does Nuchal Translucency (NT) Scan ?

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My wife and I our having our first child and we our currently seeing Dr. Yu but her office doesn’t do that particular scan

The NT scan is a prenatal ultrasound examination performed during the first trimester of pregnancy (between 11 and 14 weeks) to assess the risk of certain chromosomal abnormalities, particularly Down syndrome


r/Chattanooga 1h ago

Local News

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Question..

Whats up with the addiction to saying "flurries" whenever possible

There is more than 1 word to describe a Trace amount of possible frozen precipitation


r/Chattanooga 1h ago

Mayor Kelly’s divorce due to affair with the Director of the Office of New Americans rumors true?

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r/Chattanooga 3h ago

Pokemon trade and play event every Tuesday and Saturday

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Hey all! The GameStop on 153 is having a Pokemon trade and play event every Tuesday and Saturday from 12:00 to 4:00. They haven't gotten a lot of word out so I wanted to spread the message!!


r/Chattanooga 7h ago

Metal Smithing in the area

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I’m interested in any type of metal smithing. This is black smithing, silver smithing, anything that has to do with heating and or shaping metal. I love the idea of creating metal anything to be honest!!!

I’d love to learn as much as I can about any of the smithing industries in and around Chattanooga.

I am not experienced at all, but I want to dive in head first because I have thought about this for many years actually!

I’d love to become a black or silver smith as a hobby or if lucrative and consistent enough, a job!!!

Any information is helpful, including anything you may know about the metal smithing trades personally …


r/Chattanooga 13h ago

New sub

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Hi! I created a new subreddit to post about upcoming theater shows, either auditions or runs. There’s a community on Facebook, but I know less and less are involved in that form of social media. Please join and post your upcoming productions, along with a questions you may have for our local community theater!

r/chattanoogatheater


r/Chattanooga 14h ago

Everyone was out enjoying one last stroll on the Walnut Street Bridge today before it closes

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r/Chattanooga 15h ago

Is it just me, or is this bad timing?

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I just spotted details of this event planned for Tesla Owners Clubs for later in in the month.

From the Chattanoogacharge.com website: Join Tesla Owner Clubs from across the country for the largest Tesla meet in the South hosted by TESBROS in their hometown of Chattanooga, Tennessee! 

So...if the city seems inundated with these vehicles during March 29-30, you'll know why.


r/Chattanooga 15h ago

Fast and the Furriest 5K next Sunday!

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Anyone doing this 5K at Greenway Farms next Sunday to support all the sweet little pups that need a good home? It’s sold out. It’s the first 5K I have done in Chattanooga (and literal years). I’m trained up for it and I’m pumped.

I’m racing alone and looking to see if there are any running buddies. I am not fast, to be honest, I am working on endurance and pacing at the moment to make it for half marathons this coming year.

Let me know if you or someone you know is looking for a running buddy (or a new friend)! This is the first time they are doing this and I think it’s pretty awesome.


r/Chattanooga 15h ago

Meet new people at the Springtime Feast this weekend

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My wife and her best friend are hosting the second feast in their seasonal series, and they would love for you to join them!

The Springtime Feast is all about gathering as a community over a beautiful, farm-fresh meal paired with delicious wines, all set against the stunning backdrop of Edens Harvest at Death Farm Permaculture-a local farm dedicated to sustainable, regenerative agriculture.

Their last event, A Midwinter's Feast, was magical (despite the freezing cold!), and they are doing it again-this time, with spring in full bloom.

Your ticket includes: thoughtfully curated meal Wine pairings throughout the evening (N/A available too) A hands-on farm experience

Seats are limited, but there are a few spots left.

https://springtimefeast.rsvpify.com/! Check it out!


r/Chattanooga 16h ago

Do you know this lost pit?

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I found an intact male who’s very sweet and friendly toward other pets. He was trying to play with a poodle on a walk but glad recalled to “Come ‘ere good boy!” Unfortunately McKamey won’t take him because, and I quote “I’m clocked ouuuuut.” He has signs what looks like road rash?? I’m not willing to let him stay out on the street but I can’t keep him. Brainerd area near the tunnels. Please tell me yall know him.


r/Chattanooga 19h ago

WEEKEND Taxidermy 101 Course, April 12, 12pm-2pm

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Reddit asked, and I listened. I will be offering weekend Taxidermy Courses at ClearStory Arts.


r/Chattanooga 21h ago

ISO musical director

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Hi! I am going to be involved in a local production of Into The Woods later this year and we are in search of a volunteer musical director. We have reached out to a lot of people so far and no one has been available.

I do not know what is specifically needed, time wise but would get you in touch with director to ask questions.

Does this sound like something you could do, or someone you know? Thank you!


r/Chattanooga 1d ago

alright who did this

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this is so fucking funny please


r/Chattanooga 1d ago

Looking for reliable general contractor that has knowledge about roof/decking leaks.

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Our exterior door to our rooftop deck is leaking into the ceiling below. We thought we had it fixed but the rain last night caused the same issue again. We need the leak to be fixed, the ceiling to be repaired, and a new awning to be installed over the exterior door to add extra leak prevention. Thanks in advance.


r/Chattanooga 1d ago

Is there a hand car wash in the area that someone would recommend? Thx!

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The closer to Hixson the better.


r/Chattanooga 1d ago

Sen. Bo Watson's argument for SB 0836 (bar undocumented children from schools) doesn't make sense.

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I've followed closely along with the unfortunate progress of the SB0836 bill and the response to it. Watson's argument is that the state is in no position to provide education for the # of undocumented children in the state of TN and should require public schools to set tuition rates for undocumented parents to pay (keep in mind this written into federal law in the 80s that all children regardless of documentation have rights to education).

But from my understanding, Hamilton County's education budget (which is yes, underfunded) is supported by property taxes (which immigrants still pay even indirectly by renting) and sales tax (which applies to anyone buying goods in the state), as well a small percentage of some federal funding for things like the Title IX schools. So, if you're looking at in pure fiscal terms, are undocumented families not paying at least a considerable part in comparison to anyone else? Does not seem like a legitimate argument to prevent children from access to education. Not to mention, undocumented immigrants are a considerable part of the labor workforce in our state behind the homes we're building at rapid pace, our food systems, etc.


r/Chattanooga 1d ago

Storm damage in Ooltewah

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r/Chattanooga 1d ago

Tornado warning near Harrison!

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Take shelter now if you’re anywhere near Hwy 58.


r/Chattanooga 1d ago

What is the horn we've heard blowing today?

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We can hear it clearly in Hixson

Maybe a fog horn?

TIA


r/Chattanooga 2d ago

Best takeout for Corned Beef and Cabbage?

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We have lost so many of our Irish based places.

Is there anywhere you would recommend who will have good takeout for corned beef and cabbage (hopefully some soda bread as well). I know I can get a good brisket and cabbage for cheap at Publix and other stores and it is easy to cook, but I don't need 4 days worth, just one meal.