CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. — The recent flash floods in the areas of Chattanooga and Catoosa County have highlighted the vulnerabilities of certain locations, with the Crossings Apartments in Fort Oglethorpe experiencing significant impact.
On Tuesday night, first responders in Catoosa County reported water levels reaching waist-deep on the first floor of the complex, leading to the evacuation of about 80 residents.
As residents return to assess the damage, questions arise about why this complex was particularly affected.
Dr. Joshua Hodge, a geography professor at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, explained that the geography of the area plays a crucial role…