It will take weeks, months and potentially years to clean up from Hurricane Helene in East Tennessee. Loved ones are still waiting on word from family members, hoping they simply evacuated and can't be reached.

Area law enforcement and emergency management agencies are warning drivers to avoid high waters and use caution. Flood warnings are in effect for several counties in East Tennessee. 6 News’ crews and viewers have captured photos of flooding, heavy rain and trees down throughout the region.

A flood watch is in place for the next few days and dire flash flood warnings have popped up in Tennessee. Check our radar to stay safe!