Dollywood flooding resulting from Torrential downpours: Situation at the East Tennessee park

On Sunday, a wave of thunderstorms caused significant disruptions at Dollywood, leading to flash flooding in various areas of the park.

The theme park, located in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, is anticipated to reopen at noon today. According to posts on Dollywood’s social media accounts, heavy rainfall prompted the evacuation of guests as several locations within the park became inundated.

Reports indicate that one individual suffered a minor injury during the storm. Emergency services from both the fire and police departments in Pigeon Forge were called to assist park personnel in ensuring the safe exit of visitors.

Some guests found themselves without transportation due to swiftly rising floodwaters. In a statement shared on X (formerly Twitter), Dollywood announced that they are providing support for those whose vehicles were impacted by the flooding and that cleanup teams have been mobilized.

Visitors at the park on Sunday provided insights into the events that unfolded. Attendees at Dollywood shared images and videos showcasing the severity of the flooding and the challenges faced by guests trying to exit the park in the Great Smoky Mountains.

Footage captured individuals navigating through water that reached at least their ankles in a paved parking lot, while vehicles maneuvered through murky water nearly submerging their tires.

A user named Park Fanatic posted a collection of photos highlighting the flooding’s impact at Dollywood, featuring one image of people traversing an area where the water was waist-deep.

How much rain fell at Dollywood?

Multiple news sources indicated that over 4.5 inches of rainfall occurred near Dollywood, leading to flooding within the theme park and nearby areas.

The National Weather Service released a flash flood warning for Sevier County at 5:39 p.m. on Sunday, which was lifted at 9:45 p.m.

Is Dollywood open today?

The amusement park plans to welcome visitors around midday on Monday; however, it is advisable for individuals to follow Dollywood’s social media accounts for the most current updates.