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Her property wasn’t in a flood zone. Then more than 2 feet of water rushed into this single mom’s home and business in 20 minutes.
By Sarah Allen at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 9, 2026
· 2 min read
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Mount Juliet woman spent Wednesday night moving salvageable equipment to higher ground after flash flooding overtook her home and photography studio on Nonaville Road in a matter of minutes.Angela Seats, who runs Boudoir Nashville , has owned the property for nine years...
Key takeaway Angela said it took only 20 minutes for water to rise more than 2 feet and flood the inside of her studio.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The recent flash flooding that devastated Angela Seats' home and photography studio on Nonaville Road raises concerns about the city's stormwater management infrastructure. As a single mom relying on her business for livelihood, Seats' situation is a stark reminder of the economic vulnerability that comes with unexpected flooding. The fact that her property is not in a designated flood zone yet experienced over two feet of water in just 20 minutes suggests that the city's flood maps may not accurately reflect the realities of stormwater runoff in certain areas. With more rain forecast for the weekend, it is crucial for city officials to reassess the stormwater drainage systems in place, particularly in areas like Mount Juliet where back-to-back flooding events have occurred. Residents and business owners like Seats are looking for a permanent fix to prevent such disasters, and the city must prioritize finding solutions to mitigate the impact of flash flooding on its communities.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Mount Juliet woman spent Wednesday night moving salvageable equipment to higher ground after flash flooding overtook her home and photography studio on Nonaville Road in a matter of minutes.Angela Seats, who runs Boudoir Nashville, has owned the property for nine years...
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