Tornado shelters are being opened across DeSoto County tonight in anticipation of possible severe weather. Officials with DeSoto County Emergency Services said this is an action taken prior to a warning for residents who don’t feel comfortable sheltering within their home. This is not something you should drive to at the issuance of a warning. County officials encourage everyone to have a safe please designated in the innermost portion of your home or business-on the first floor-away from windows.
Following is the list of the DeSoto County tornado shelters:
We have listed the times by each shelter. We expect a tornado watch to be issued by 9pm or sooner. In the event that a watch is issued prior to 8pm the shelters listed with an 8pm opening time will open as soon as possible.
Southaven Community Safe Room – 7312 Highway 51N, Southaven
Hernando Elementary – 455 Riley Street, Hernando
Horn Lake Elementary – 6341 Ridgewood, Horn Lake, MS
Hope Sullivan Elementary – 7985 Southaven Circle West, Southaven
Lewisburg Elementary – 1717 Craft Road, Olive Branch, MS
