11/5: CBS Evening News

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11/5: CBS Evening News. (2026, November 5). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/110526-cbs-evening-news/

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Severe flooding has hit parts of Georgia and Tennessee, causing widespread damage and disruptions. The report from the CBS Evening News does not provide specific dates or detailed figures but focuses on the immediate impact of the disaster on local communities.

Written by AI on 2026-11-06, from this article's own text only (the story summary below draws on all the coverage).

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On November 5, 2026, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp declared a state of emergency for Fannin, Gilmer, Union, and Murray counties due to severe flash flooding caused by heavy rainfall. The Toccoa River rose rapidly in the twin towns of McCaysville, Georgia, and Copperhill, Tennessee, reaching 18 feet, setting a new record crest above its normal level of 2.5 feet. This led to evacuations and rescues involving over 30 people as water levels submerged buildings up to their rooflines. Both cities declared states of emergency, closing down local services and urging residents to evacuate immediately due to life-threatening conditions. The flooding was attributed to storms that dropped between 3 to 5 inches of rain in a mountainous area along the state line, causing significant damage and disruptions in these communities.

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“The first article specifies a state of emergency declaration and rescue operations on a particular day, while the second is a general reference to the flooding without detailed specifics or date confirmation.”

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