1 killed after north Georgia floodwaters sweep vehicle away

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — One person was killed after raging floodwaters swept through north Georgia recently, according to GEMA officials. GEMA Director Josh Lamb said floodwaters in Murray County swept the vehicle away along CCC Camp Road. The driver, who has not been identified, was later found dead, according to Lamb. Lamb said there was one other injury in Murray County. Murray County, along with Fannin, Gilmer, and Union counties, is under a state of emergency because of the flooding and its aftermath. RELATED: McCaysville continues to clean up after catastrophic flooding The worst of the flooding was seen in McCaysville and Fannin County. Lamb said 100 water rescues were done. Ninety-seven were done in Fannin County and the other three were done in Gilmer County. This is a developing story. Check back with Atlanta News First for updates.