Desoto County News

The Olive Branch Police Department was awarded a four-year national accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, the city said. Chief Carlos Garcia and Capt. Jason Oliveria attended the CALEA conference in Tucson to accept the recognition.

Organizers said they are teaming with DeSoto Shred to offer a shredding event for residents, surrounding areas and businesses. A 50-pound limit will apply.

Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams and city public safety departments warned Monday that a Severe Thunderstorm Warning was in effect for DeSoto County until 8:30 p.m., and that the storm could produce a tornado with little or no warning.

The Olive Branch storm shelter is open March 15 and will be staffed by the Olive Branch Police Department beginning at 5:30 p.m., Mayor Ken Adams said. Residents were urged to sign up for mobile alerts.

Mayor Ken Adams and Olive Branch public safety officials warned that tornadoes are possible across parts of Mississippi on March 15 and urged residents to know their safe place and practice emergency plans.

Community safe rooms across DeSoto County will open this afternoon as a precaution against severe weather, including Horn Lake Elementary at 5:30 p.m.

DeSoto County officials said a tornado watch is in effect until 11 p.m. Monday and urged residents to remain weather aware and have a safe place to shelter.

A tornado watch is in effect until 11 p.m. Sunday, prompting residents to stay alert and seek shelter if necessary.

Community safe rooms will open across DeSoto County this afternoon as a precaution against severe weather. Residents are encouraged to use these shelters if they feel more comfortable than staying at home.

Local officials said a tornado watch was issued Sunday and will remain in effect until 11 p.m. CDT. A community safe room at 7312 Highway 51 has been opened to residents for the duration of the watch.