Fall Severe Weather Preparedness Week
Oct. 5, 2024 – Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves Friday declared Oct. 7-12 as Fall Severe Weather Preparedness Week in the state.
While the Spring is the most active time for tornadoes, Mississippi usually sees significant storms during this secondary severe weather season from November through December. The State of Mississippi experienced a total of 61 tornadoes in 2023, 11 of which occurred in the months of November and December.
“Mississippi has seen its share of severe weather during the fall months,” said Reeves. “The key to being ready to weather those storms is preparation. I encourage Mississippians to take some time this week to learn how to better prepare for when severe weather strikes.”
“We urge residents to prepare for the upcoming secondary severe weather season,” added MEMA Executive Director Stephen McCraney. “Make sure you are ready by checking insurance policies, building a disaster supply kit, and reviewing emergency plans with your family.”
To promote severe weather preparedness, the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency is partnering with the National Weather Service to highlight different hazards and ways to prepare for the upcoming secondary severe weather season.
Here is the list of this year’s featured topics:
- Monday – Make a Plan
- Tuesday – Severe Thunderstorms
- Wednesday – Tornado Safety – (A statewide tornado drill will be conducted at 9:15 AM weather pending)
- Thursday – Flash Flooding
- Friday – Warning Reception Methods
- Saturday – Mobile Home Safety
