In a dramatic rescue operation, over 50 patients and staff members were airlifted from the roof of Unicoi County Hospital in East Tennessee as devastating floods ensued from Hurricane Helene. Floodwaters surged, causing a 'dangerous rescue operation' to be launched, which was executed by the Tennessee National Guard and local authorities. All stranded individuals have now been safely rescued. Governor Bill Lee has declared a state of emergency and requested FEMA assistance as the region continues to grapple with the catastrophic effects of this severe weather event.