Jackson, Mississippi – Severe thunderstorms are expected to sweep across much of Mississippi and northeast Louisiana through the early hours of Monday, threatening damaging winds, hail, and possible power outages in dozens of communities.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, a Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 3 a.m. CDT Monday for 27 counties across Mississippi and 9 parishes in northeast Louisiana. An earlier watch for parts of central and northeast Mississippi, including Starkville and Columbus, has been extended until 11 p.m. CDT Sunday.
In Mississippi, high-impact areas include Jackson, Meridian, Starkville, Laurel, and Yazoo City, while in Louisiana, Ferriday, Tallulah, and Bastrop are under alert. Winds over 60 mph and quarter-sized hail could down trees and damage roofs, especially along highways like I-55, I-20, and U.S. 84.
Residents are urged to stay indoors, secure loose outdoor items, and ensure flashlights and mobile devices are charged in case of outages. Emergency responders warn drivers to avoid flooded roadways and watch for fallen limbs overnight.
Storm activity is expected to taper off by sunrise Monday, but additional alerts may be issued if the system slows or intensifies. Stay tuned to local weather updates for real-time warnings.
