Winter Weather Preparedness Day
Mississippians are encouraged to prepare their families, homes, and vehicles for cold temperatures, possible extended power outages, and wintry weather.
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State deploys assets in response to Helene and Milton
These packages are selected by the requesting states based on their current needs.
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MEMA encourages Mississippians to prepare for Tropical Storm Francine
Mississippians should prepare now for severe weather, potential power outages, and possible evacuations.
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UPDATE: Arkabutla Dam Emergency: Lake levels drop below 210 feet
The Corps maintains the lake at approximately 204 feet to provide a safety margin and will continue to draw down the level this week to approximately 204 feet.
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Winter weather update from MEMA
Several people died in Mississippi as a result of cold, snowy and icy weather.
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State of emergency declared ahead of winter weather
The National Weather Services is forecasting freezing rain, sleet, and snow for a significant portion of the state.
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Mid-South readies for winter weather this weekend
Temperatures into the 20s are expected in the Mid-South by Monday, Jan. 15.
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Winter Weather Preparedness Day is Dec. 6
Mississippians should be prepared for cold temperatures, the potential for flash flooding, and prolonged power outages this season.
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“Great Shakeout” earthquake drill on Thursday, Oct. 19
Earthquake drill set for Thursday.
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Fall Severe Weather Preparedness Week
In the Spring of 2023, 50 tornadoes touched down, including an EF-4 tornado in Rolling Fork and an EF-3 tornado in Amory.
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