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Stone County under burn ban as dry conditions raise fire risk

STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WLOX) — A burn ban has been issued for one South Mississippi county as dry conditions continue to increase fire risks. Stone County is under a burn ban until November 2, according to the Mississippi Forestry Commission. “Dry conditions have created a serious fire danger. One...

Stone County, MS · 18d
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South Mississippi counties under red flag warning for burning

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WLOX) — Thirty-four counties across Mississippi are under an official burn ban, according to the Mississippi Forestry Commission. The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for Harrison, Hancock, Jackson, George, Stone and Pearl River counties, meaning high winds and dry conditions can fuel wildfires. Fire departments in Pass Christian and Bay St. Louis are also asking residents to hold off on any outdoor burning this weekend.

Harrison County, MS · 21d
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Emergency officials urge Pine Belt families to prepare as tornado activity shifts toward Southeast

PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - As Mississippi enters its fall severe weather season, emergency officials are reminding families that having a safety plan before a tornado strikes could mean the difference between life and death. Research in a recent U.S. Census Bureau report points to a shift in tornado activity...

Mississippi · 23d
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Cold Front arrives late Friday Afternoon

Our long-awaited cold front will arrive Friday Afternoon. Highs will top out in the upper 80s, but temperatures will fall into the 60s for those Friday Night Football games. Winds will be gusty Friday evening, with gusts between 20-30 mph. Gusty winds will continue Friday night through Saturday afternoon. Saturday...

Hattiesburg, MS · 22d
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Cold front expected to drop Mississippi temperatures this weekend

Bundle up, Mississippi. Chilly weather is on the way. Fall is here , but with high temperatures in the 90s in recent weeks and mosquitoes buzzing around in the evenings, it hasn't really felt like it. That's about to change, though. According to the National Weather Service, temperatures in Mississippi are about to take a significant drop as a cold front is expected to move through the area, paving the way for cooler northern air. In Jackson, expect to wake up to temperatures in the low 50s on Saturday, Oct. 17, and on Sunday morning, expect a low in the upper 40s. The same is expected on Saturday and Sunday mornings in Hattiesburg. In Oxford and Starkville, temperatures will be even chillier. In Oxford and Starkville, low temperatures are forecast to be in the upper 40s on Saturday morning and low 40s on Sunday and Monday mornings. The Mississippi Coast will get its first taste of fall as well with lows in Biloxi in the 50s through the weekend. Daytime high temperatures will also be quite cooler with temperatures topping out in the 60s and 70s throughout Mississippi over the weekend. Along with cooler weather, the front is expected to

Mississippi · 22d

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Big cool down arriving this weekend.

Thursday will be sunny and unseasonably warm, with highs in the low 90s. Friday will be our last hot day with highs in the low 90s. A cold front will move in Friday Night and will finally give us some cool fall air for the weekend. Saturday will start off...

Hattiesburg, MS · 23d

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Mississippi officials urge families to prepare for fall severe weather season

PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - Severe weather isn’t just a springtime concern in Mississippi. With the state’s second severe weather season approaching, emergency officials are reminding families to prepare before storms strike. Oct. 12–17 is Fall Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Mississippi, highlighting the dangers of tornadoes, damaging...

Mississippi · 25d

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The heat continues, but a big cool down arrives this weekend.

We will likely set a new record high tomorrow, with highs topping out in the mid 90s. Skies will be sunny all day long. Wednesday will be sunny and warm, with highs in the low to mid 90s. The unseasonably warm weather will continue for Thursday and Friday with highs...

Hattiesburg, MS · 25d

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Officials count 1,100 homes damaged by Mississippi tornado

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (AP) – A tornado that tore a path across south Mississippi on Saturday damaged or destroyed more than 1,100 homes. The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency reported Monday that in Forrest County alone, 411 homes were destroyed or suffered major damage Saturday, while 588 saw minor damage. In Lamar County, the twister destroyed or did major damage to 43 homes and minor damage to 52 homes. In Perry County, 10 homes were damaged.

Mississippi · 10-08

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Hot and dry this week, but cold weather is ahead

PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - Happy Monday, Pine Belt!. Today is looking hot and dry with highs in the lower 90s. Clear skies are expected tonight with lows in the lower 60s. Mostly sunny skies are in the forecast through Thursday. Highs will be in the lower 90s and lows...

Hattiesburg, MS · 25d

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As hurricane makes landfall, Pine Belt power crews stand ready to respond

PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - As a hurricane approaches the Gulf Coast, electric companies across the Pine Belt are making sure their crews are ready to respond if the lights go out. At Dixie Electric in Laurel, crews spent Friday loading equipment, checking their trucks and preparing for possible power...

Laurel, MS · 28d

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Shelters open in Mississippi as Isaias nears landfall

GULFPORT, Miss. (WJTV) – Isaias strengthened Friday into a major hurricane as it headed toward the U.S. Gulf Coast, where final preparations were being made for potentially life-threatening storm surges and high winds. The hurricane is forecast to make landfall late Friday somewhere along the Alabama-Florida line and create dangerous conditions in the Florida Panhandle, […]

Mississippi · 28d

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Lamar County emergency officials urge residents not to let guard down as tropical system approaches

LAMAR COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - Lamar County emergency officials are urging residents to stay prepared as a tropical system moves through the Gulf, even as the forecast continues to change. James Smith with Lamar County Emergency Management said officials are already coordinating with first responders, municipalities and the Lamar County...

Lamar County, MS · 10-08

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As hurricane makes landfall, Pine Belt power crews stand ready to respond

As hurricane makes landfall, Pine Belt power crews stand ready to respond.

Hattiesburg, MS · 28d

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Hurricane Isaias Forecast Shifts East With Landfall Between Biloxi and Destin Friday Night as Eastern Mississippi Braces for Wind, Rain, and Brief Tornadoes

HATTIESBURG, MS — The latest data shows Hurricane Isaias trending farther east, with only the eastern half of Mississippi now remaining in the forecast cone. Models are shifting east in response to westerly wind shear, placing landfall between Biloxi and Destin. Landfall is expected Friday evening or Friday night as a weakening hurricane. Windy and rainy conditions are expected at times across inland Mississippi Friday night and Saturday, with brief tornadoes possible.

Mississippi · 10-07

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Wayne County preparing for Hurricane Isaias

There are two shelters open in Wayne County: the courtroom at the Wayne County Sheriff's Department and the Riverside Baptist Church.

Wayne County, MS · 28d

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Strong wind and storm surge possible in South Mississippi as Hurricane Isaias nears

Mississippi · 28d

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Hurricane Isaias growing stronger, alerts are in effect for South Mississippi

Mississippi · 29d

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UPDATE: Isaias expected to strengthen further

Jackson County, MS · 29d

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Storm shelters opening in South Mississippi ahead of Isaias

GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) — Storm shelters in South Mississippi will open to provide a safe space for residents evacuating ahead of potential severe weather from Hurricane Isaias. The following locations will be open for residents:. GEORGE COUNTY. Agricola Storm Shelter. 3161 Cooks Corner Road in George County. Opens at...

George County, MS · 29d