At Least 19 People Dead After Tornadoes Tear Through Tennessee

Tornadoes struck central Tennessee early Tuesday, causing significant damage in Nashville and surrounding areas. Authorities are urging residents to stay home as they assess the damage and search for trapped individuals. Over 44,000 people are without power, prompting a level three state of emergency. Schools in the area are closed, and alternative polling stations have been set up for the primary election due to damage and power outages at original sites.

What area was primarily affected by the tornado on Tuesday morning?

• Western Tennessee

• Eastern Tennessee

• Southern Tennessee

• Central Tennessee

What are authorities requesting from residents in the affected areas?

• To evacuate immediately

• To assist in rescue operations

• To stay home while damage is assessed

• To report to local shelters

How many customers were reported to be without power due to the tornado?

• Over 10,000

• Over 20,000

• Over 30,000

• Over 44,000

What level of emergency did the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency declare?

• Level four

• Level three

• Level two

• Level one

Why were alternative polling stations set up for the primary election?

• To accommodate more voters

• Because of damaged or powerless original sites

• Due to voter turnout

• To ensure social distancing