Damage assessment continues after Saturday’s storms
Photo courtesy of the NWS-Jackson Mississippi was hit hard by severe weather over the weekend, and officials are continuing to survey the damage. The Mississippi...
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FEMA announces Mississippi counties receiving disaster aid
by Alex Paton
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) sent out a notice that 12 Mississippi Counties are eligible to receive disaster aid under the Public Assistance and...
Leaders ask for federal help as flooding continues
With many Mississippi counties still dealing with damage and flooding after recent severe weather, the state’s entire delegation in D.C. has joined Governor Phil Bryant...
Bryant asks Trump for flood relief
by Alex Paton
Governor Phil Bryant has submitted a federal declaration request to President Donald Trump for recent storms and flooding in Mississippi. The declaration would include coverage for the...
MEMA offers housing assistance for flood victims
by Alex Paton
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is offering assistance for storm victims who are unable to live in their homes due to the February 23-24...
Weekend tornadoes bring neighbors together
by Alex Paton
The National Weather Service in Jackson confirmed two tornadoes touched down in Mississippi over the weekend. NWS confirmed an EF-3 tornado touched down in Columbus...
10 counties declared ‘Federal Disaster Areas’
Photo courtesy of MEMA Federal funds will assist several counties after severe weather pounded South Mississippi in December. Governor Bryant announced that President Trump has...
Mississippi braces for severe weather
by Alex Paton
Severe weather is expected Thursday. Heavy rainfall will develop across the region with a strong cold front moving in tomorrow and due to those widespread...
Mississippi aiding Hurricane Michael relief effort
Search and Rescue Teams Photo courtesy of Mississippi Office of Homeland Security As Hurricane Michael begins to make its presence felt in the Florida Panhandle,...
Mississippi watching Hurricane Michael
by Alex Paton
Hurricane Michael is continuing to gain strength in the Gulf of Mexico. At a Category two currently, the storm is expected to hit Florida with...