Impact Plastics, a plastics manufacturing company in Erwin, Tennessee, has confirmed that several of its employees are missing or have died following catastrophic flooding caused by Hurricane Helene. Reports indicate that employees were trapped within the facility as floodwaters rose, with some individuals unaccounted for and their families now seeking urgent answers. The situation has led to widespread concern among Unicoi County families, as hopes fade for those still missing. As the community grapples with the aftermath, the company faces scrutiny over its decision to keep employees working during the severe weather conditions.