McCaysville declares state of emergency after downtown flooding

Officials in McCaysville, Georgia, have declared a state of emergency following significant downtown flooding linked to drainage issues from ongoing State Highway 5 construction. The floodwaters have inundated local businesses along the Riverwalk, the McCaysville Police Department, and the local post office. Blue Ridge Drive remains closed until further notice, and residents are being asked to avoid the downtown area and conserve water as recovery efforts begin.