In an urgent response to environmental threats, 52 residents were urgently evacuated from the Palace Nursing Home in Red Boiling Springs due to rapidly rising water levels. As reported by WSMV, the evacuation occurred yesterday afternoon, and residents have been relocated to a secondary facility set to house them until it is safe to return.

Authorities were quick to act under the pressing conditions. Macon County Emergency Medical Services (MCEMS) coordinated the response with assistance from multiple other agencies. A special transportation bus meant to handle mass casualty incidents was used to safely move the residents, according to FOX17. No reported injuries were associated with the incident, as swift action seemingly prevented potential harm.

The local community has rallied to assist in this time of need. The Upper Cumberland Coalition and Putnam County Emergency Management Agency were pivotal in providing transport resources. As the Macon County Emergency Medical Services’ Facebook page detailed, "Your dedication and swift action made all the difference in this critical situation."

The local environment continues to pose significant challenges, as Macon County was under a Flash Flood Warning Saturday afternoon until 6 p.m., and a Tornado Watch had been issued until 1 a.m. Sunday. The community, including the Macon County Sheriff's Office and local fire departments, were acknowledged by MCEMS for their coordinated efforts to ensure all residents were safely evacuated. "A special thank you to the Upper Cumberland Coalition and Putnam County Emergency Management Agency for allowing us to utilize a bus dedicated to mass casualty incidents (MCI) and multiple patient transport—your support was invaluable in making this operation a success," the Macon County Emergency Medical Services expressed on social media. The local area agencies, along with volunteers, were commended for their vital role in the operation's success.