(NBC)- Deadly flooding has left a trail of destruction across parts of Tennessee and northern Georgia, claiming at least four lives and forcing dozens from their homes.
In Tennessee, officials say the swift response of rescue teams prevented an even greater tragedy. Swift-water crews pulled residents from rapidly rising waters, while Interstate 24 sat under three feet of water for hours.
Among those helping was 22-year-old Troy Plemons, who was caught on video smashing the window of a submerged car to rescue a woman trapped inside…