Flooding reported across Knoxville roadways after heavy rainfall

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Knoxville Police Department is reminding drivers to be cautious when approaching flooded roadways.

Police said that heavy rain has led to flooding in several areas of Knoxville, including Chapman Highway, Alcoa Highway, Kingston Pike and Parkwest Boulevard.

The National Weather Service initially issued a special weather statement with wind gusts up to 30 mph in effect until 8 p.m. EST. Showers and thunderstorms remain likely through midnight, according to NWS Morristown…

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