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Yahoo
02-05-2025
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Mississippi governor declares 2025 Hurricane Prep Week
PEARL, Miss. (WJTV) – Governor Tate Reeves (R-Miss.) declared May 4-10, 2025, as Hurricane Preparedness Week for the State of Mississippi. The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) urged citizens to prepare for the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Last year, there were 18 named storms, 11 of which formed into hurricanes, and five intensified into major hurricanes. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), an average season has 14 named storms, seven hurricanes, and three major hurricanes. Which Atlantic hurricane names have been retired? 'The upcoming hurricane season marks the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, which serves as a reminder about the significant challenges our state can face from powerful storms,' said Reeves. 'I encourage all residents to take proactive steps in preparation for the upcoming hurricane season. Being prepared can make all the difference in ensuring your safety and minimizing damage.' 'I encourage all Mississippians to use Hurricane Preparedness Week to prepare now, by assembling an emergency supply kit, developing a family emergency plan, and determining evacuation routes,' stated MEMA's Executive Director Stephen McCraney. 'By taking precautions now, we can safeguard our communities from any potential tropical storms. Let's work together to ensure the safety and resilience of Mississippi during this hurricane season.' Every Mississippi family is encouraged to have a fully stocked disaster supply kit with necessities like water, non-perishable food, flashlights, batteries, etc. To download a copy of the disaster supply checklist, click here. MEMA encourages homeowners to do an insurance check before hurricane season; homeowners should also purchase flood insurance if their home is in a special flood hazard zone. Researchers predict above-average 2025 hurricane season: Here's how many storms we could see During Hurricane Preparedness Week, MEMA will highlight key messages, facts, and ways to be prepared on our social media platforms: May 4, 2025 – Know Your Risk: Wind & Water May 5, 2025 – Prepare Before Hurricane Season May 6, 2025 – Understand Forecast Information May 7, 2025 – Get Moving When a Storm Threatens May 8, 2025 – Stay Protected During Storms May 9, 2025 – Use Caution After Storms May 10, 2025 – Take Action Today The official Atlantic Hurricane Season is June 1, 2025, through November 30, 2025. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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14-04-2025
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Vicksburg officials discuss rising Mississippi River levels
VICKSBURG, Miss. (WJTV) – The City of Vicksburg will hold a news conference will hold a news conference on the rising levels of the Mississippi River. Vicksburg leaders will be joined by the Warren County Emergency Management, the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Vicksburg District. State Route 465 in Warren County will close due to flooding Officials plan to address the river's current conditions, the ongoing flood-fighting efforts and the anticipated impact to the local area. In early April, Vicksburg Mayor George Flaggs, Jr., declared a State of Emergency for the city due to rising river levels. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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06-04-2025
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Mississippi storms leave one dead and one injured
JASPER COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – One person was killed and another was injured after severe storms moved through Mississippi April 5-6, 2025. According to Gov. Tate Reeves (R-Miss.), the one fatality was reported in Jasper County. One injury was reported in Pontotoc County. 'Please pray for these Mississippians and their families. Damage assessments are already underway,' Reeves said. Rising rivers threaten US South and Midwest after barrage of rain and tornadoes The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) has received reports of homes damaged, downed trees, flooding and power outages across the state. As of Sunday, April 6, the following counties have reported damage: Alcorn Desoto Forrest Hinds Jasper Kemper Lafayette Pontotoc Quitman Smith Sunflower Tallahatchie Tunica Union The governor said there are 14,000 customers without power across the state. 'The state of Mississippi remains in close contact with local emergency managers and will continue to respond as necessary,' Reeves said. MEMA is encouraging residents who received damage from the storms to: File an insurance claim. Take photos of the damage to the home. Report damage to their county/MEMA via the self-report tool. If citizens have immediate, unmet needs, they are encouraged to contact their county emergency management agency. A list of those county contacts can be found online. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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04-04-2025
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MEMA, North Mississippi counties assess severe weather damage
MARSHALL COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) continues to work with all counties impacted by the severe weather on April 2-3, 2025, that injured six Mississippians. MEMA is working with counties to conduct damage assessments and ensure all citizens' needs are met. The damage has received initial damage reports from seven counties (Alcorn, Benton, Bolivar, Desoto, Marshall, Tate, and Tippah). Tate County begins cleanup after tornado damage MEMA has filled requests for more than 4,000 bottles of water, 500 Meals Ready to Eat (MREs), and 250 tarps to impacted counties. The following counties have submitted official damage reports to MEMA: Alcorn – Initial Damage Assessments ongoing Benton – Initial Damage Assessments ongoing Bolivar – 1 home, 1 business Desoto – 14 homes Marshall – 26 homes, 1 business, 1 injured Tate – 26 homes, 1 farm, 2 injured Tippah – 13 homes, 2 farms, 3 injured A shelter is open for survivors in Marshall County at Hudsonville C.M.E Church, located at 778 S Slayden Road, in Lamar, Mississippi. The American Red Cross is feeding survivors at Slayden Baptist Church, located at 2535 Highway 72, in Lamar. Marshall County community devastated by storms The Mississippi State Extension Service is working with the County Cattleman's Association in Desoto County to assist cattle producers in Tate County to relocate cattle due to downed and destroyed fencing. A donation drop-off location is open at Slayden Baptist Church, located at 2535 Highway 72, in Lamar. You can find the locations, contact information, and current needs on MEMA's website. If citizens have immediate, unmet needs, they are encouraged to contact their county emergency management agency. A list of those county contacts can be found here. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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04-04-2025
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Severe weather in Mississippi injures six, causes damage
PEARL, Miss. (WJTV) – Six people were injured when severe storms moved through Mississippi April 2-3, 2025. According to the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), one injury was reported in Marshall County, two in Tate County and three in Tippah County. MEMA is in the process of filling requests for tarps, water, and food for impacted counties. Marshall County has asked for and will receive 200 tarps, 4,000 bottles of water, and over 500 Meals Ready to Eat (MREs). Fifty tarps are being sent to Tate County. What you do before and during a tornado could mean the difference between life and death Preliminary damage assessments show that at least 60 homes have received damage across five counties: Benton – Conducting initial damage assessments Bolivar – 1 home Marshall – 40 homes, 1 injured Tate – 16 homes, 2 injured Tippah – 3 homes, 3 injured MEMA encourages residents who've sustained damage from this severe weather event to do the following: File an insurance claim. Take photos of the damage to the home. Report damage to their county/MEMA via the self-report tool. If citizens have immediate, unmet needs, they are encouraged to contact their county emergency management agency. A list of those county contacts can be found here. The National Weather Service is forecasting a continued threat of severe weather to impact the state on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. MEMA encourages all Mississippians to stay weather aware. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
