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The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), in coordination with federal and local partners, will open six Disaster Service Centers at noon today, Tuesday, July 14th, to serve residents who suffered damage during the May 6th-7th severe storms (DR-4922). The Disaster Service Centers will be open Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 6:00pm, and Saturday, 8:00am – 2:00pm, and will be located at: Franklin County Franklin Co. Courthouse 36 Main Street Meadville, MS 39653 Lamar County Lamar County Community Center 105 Central Industrial Row Purvis, MS 39475 Lawrence County Lawrence County EOC 1441 FE Sellers Hwy Monticello, MS 39654 Lincoln County Bogue Chitto Fire Department 357 Bogue Chitto Road SE Bogue Chitto, MS 39629 Lincoln County East Lincoln Fire Department 3357 East Lincoln Road SE Brookhaven, MS 39601 Wilkinson County Wilkinson Co. EMA Office 1495 U.S. Hwy 61 South Woodville, MS 39669 For more resources, visit our website: msema.org/get-assistance…

⚠️ Flash Flood Threat Tuesday (7/14/26) ⚠️ An elevated (Level 2) flash flood threat is in place for much of Mississippi from Noon through Midnight, with 3–5 inches of rain possible in a short amount of time and locally higher totals. Areas of flash flooding are likely, and some roads could become flooded or closed. 🌧️ Stay weather aware. 🚗 Never drive through flooded roads. Turn Around, Don't Drown. 📱 Have multiple ways to receive weather warnings.

Tomorrow at noon, @MSEMA will open six Disaster Service Centers to serve Mississippians who suffered damage during the May 6-7 severe storms and tornadoes (DR-4922-MS).   Federal funding is available to Mississippians in Franklin, Lamar, Lawrence, Lincoln, and Wilkinson counties. Assistance can include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses, and other programs to help individuals and business owners recover from the disaster's effects.   At these centers, homeowners and renters will be able to meet face-to-face with recovery specialists: • FEMA application specialists can answer questions about application status. They can also help with new applications. • MEMA representatives can answer questions about unmet needs and potential state and local resources. They may also make referrals to nonprofit organizations. • Disaster loan specialists from the U.S. Small Business Administration can explain how loans can help both homeowners and businesses. They can also provide details about loan terms.   The Disaster Recovery Centers will be open Monday – Friday 8:00am – 6:00pm and Saturday 8:00am – 2:00pm and located at: Franklin County Franklin Co. Courthouse 36 Main Street Meadville, MS 39653   Lamar County Lamar County Community Center 105 Central Industrial Row Purvis, MS 39475   Lawrence County Lawrence County EOC 1441 FE Sellers Hwy Monticello, MS 39654   Lincoln County Bogue Chitto Fire Department 357 Bogue Chitto Road SE Bogue Chitto, MS 39629   Lincoln County East Lincoln Fire Department 3357 East Lincoln Road SE Brookhaven, MS 39601   Wilkinson County Wilkinson Co. EMA Office 1495 U.S. Hwy 61 South Woodville, MS 39669   It’s not necessary to go to a disaster recovery center to apply. You can also apply for assistance by registering online at DisasterAssistance.gov, by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362), or by using the FEMA App. If you use a relay service, such as a video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service, or others, provide FEMA with the number for that service.

Residents in Franklin, Lamar, Lawrence, Lincoln, and Wilkinson counties: FEMA Individual Assistance is now available for those impacted by the May 6–7, 2026, severe storms. There are three easy ways to apply: 💻 Online: DisasterAssistance.gov 📞 By Phone: 800-621-FEMA (3362) 📱 On the FEMA App: Download the free FEMA App When applying, be sure to use Disaster Number DR-4922. For more information, visit our website msema.org.

Happy Fourth of July from the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency! 🎆 As you enjoy the festivities: 🎇 Practice fireworks safety and keep a bucket of water or hose nearby. 🍔 Never leave a grill unattended and keep children and pets a safe distance away. 🌊 Swim only in designated areas and always supervise children around water. 🌡️ Don't forget—dangerous heat is expected across much of Mississippi this holiday weekend. To stay safe in the heat: 💧 Drink plenty of water. 👕 Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing. 🌳 Take frequent breaks in the shade or air conditioning. 👵 Check on older adults, neighbors, and anyone without reliable cooling. 🚗 Never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle—even for a moment. Have a fun, safe, and happy Fourth of July!

.@realDonaldTrump has approved my request for a Major Disaster Declaration (FEMA – 4922 DR-MS) for five Mississippi counties impacted by severe weather on May 6–7, 2026. During the storms, seven tornadoes touched down across the state, injuring 26 people and damaging 425 homes. Individual Assistance was approved for Franklin, Lamar, Lawrence, Lincoln, and Wilkinson counties. Individual Assistance is available to residents in declared counties and may include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-interest loans to cover uninsured property losses, and other programs designed to help individuals recover from disaster impacts. Public Assistance is approved for Franklin, Lamar, Lawrence, and Lincoln counties. Public Assistance provides grants to local governments and certain nonprofit organizations for debris removal, emergency protective measures, and the restoration of damaged public infrastructure. Thank you to President Trump and his administration for continuing to help Mississippi rebuild from these devastating storms. This declaration will help our state’s recovery efforts and provide additional assistance to Mississippians.  We continue to pray for our residents and the communities affected by these storms. The state of Mississippi remains in this for the long haul.

🌩️ Severe Weather Today and Dangerous Heat Through the Weekend 🌡️ The National Weather Service is forecasting a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5) for severe storms across portions of north and northeast Mississippi this afternoon into the early evening (7/2/2026). Damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph and quarter-size hail will be possible. At the same time, dangerous heat will continue across the state each afternoon through Saturday (7/2/2026 - 7/4/2026), with heat index values reaching 105°–115°F in some areas. ✅ Stay weather aware by: 📱 Having multiple ways to receive warnings. 🌳 Limiting outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day. 💧 Drinking plenty of water and taking frequent breaks if you must be outside. 🚗 Never leaving children or pets in a parked vehicle—not even for a minute. Continue to follow your local meteorologists for the latest on the forecast in your area.

⛈️ Weather Update ⛈ The National Weather Service has upgraded portions of central, northern, and eastern Mississippi to a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5). 🕒 Timing: Mainly 3 p.m. – 11 p.m today (7/1/2026) Primary threats include: 🌬️ Damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph ⛈️ Isolated severe thunderstorms Take a few minutes now to prepare: 📱 Have multiple ways to receive weather warnings. 🏠 Know where you'll go if a Severe Thunderstorm Warning is issued. 🌳 Secure loose outdoor items that could be blown around by strong winds. 🚗 Use extra caution if you're traveling during storms. Continue to follow your local meteorologist for the latest!

Dangerous heat and a chance of severe storms are expected across Mississippi today (7/1/2026). 🥵 Heat indices could reach 110° to 115°, with much of western Mississippi under a Level 3 (Significant) heat risk. Prolonged time outdoors could quickly lead to heat exhaustion or heat stroke. ⛈️ This afternoon and evening (mainly 3 p.m. – 11 p.m.), isolated severe thunderstorms are possible statewide. The primary threat will be damaging wind gusts. Stay weather-aware today: 💧 Drink plenty of water and take frequent breaks if you're outside. 🏠 Move to air conditioning whenever possible. 🚗 Never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle. 📱 Have multiple ways to receive weather warnings, especially if storms develop. Stay safe, Mississippi!

Great talk with @POTUS today - I really appreciate his approval of my federal disaster request from the May 6 storms. President Trump loves the people of Mississippi!!

Another update on the severe storms and major flooding that impacted Mississippi: Today, @fema, @MSEMA, @SBAgov and local officials began joint damage assessments as part of the validation process. Below are the latest reported damages: Homes: Destroyed – 150 Major – 152 Minor – 154 Affected – 109 Businesses: Destroyed – 3 Major – 6 Minor – 6 Farms: Major – 4 Minor - 1 Public Roads: Destroyed – 16 Major – 24 Minor – 56 Bridges: Major – 2 Minor – 2 Public Buildings: Major – 5 Minor - 5 Public Utilities: Major – 6 Minor - 18 Three shelters remain open: Hancock County Necaise Shelter: 30360 Highway 603, Perkinson, MS 39573 Harrison County Harrison County Safe Room: 23715 Saucier Lizana Road, Saucier, MS 39574 Stone County Stone Middle School Shelter: 532A E Central Ave, Wiggins, MS 39577 The State of Mississippi will continue to deploy resources as requested by local emergency managers. Thank you to all of the volunteers, first responders, utility and road crews, local emergency managers, and everyone else who is helping Mississippi respond and recover. We are incredibly grateful to you for helping our fellow Mississippians in their time of need!

The National Weather Service is warning that dangerous heat stress conditions will be building over the weekend into next week. High temperatures are expected to reach the mid-90s, with heat indices reaching 105°-110°. Remember to: Hydrate. 🫗 Wear Sunscreen. 🧴 Take breaks. ⛱

Another update on the severe weather and major flooding impacting Mississippi: Damage assessments continue to increase as county and municipal officials complete inspections of homes, businesses, and public infrastructure. @MSEMA continues to work closely with local partners to document impacts and identify unmet needs in affected communities. Current reports indicate damage to 486 homes, seven businesses, three farms, 70 public roads, two public bridges, three public buildings, and six nonprofit utility facilities. Of the homes affected, 116 were destroyed, 134 sustained major damage, 147 sustained minor damage, and 89 were affected. These figures are expected to change as additional damage assessments are completed. Three shelters remain open: Hancock County Necaise Shelter: 30360 Highway 603, Perkinson, MS 39573 Harrison County Harrison County Safe Room: 23715 Saucier Lizana Road, Saucier, MS 39574 Stone County Stone Middle School Shelter: 532A E Central Ave, Wiggins, MS 39577 The following counties have submitted official damage reports to MEMA. Damage categories range from affected to destroyed. These numbers will change as assessments continue. • Covington County – 5 homes, 1 business, 10 roads • Franklin County – 1 fatality • George County – 1 home, 7 roads, 1 bridge • Hancock County – 29 homes, 3 farms, 5 roads, 1 bridge • Harrison County – 274 homes, 5 businesses, 8 roads • Jackson County – 12 homes • Pearl River County – 41 homes, 1 business, 7 roads • Rankin County – 2 homes • Stone County – 121 homes, 34 roads • Wilkinson County – 1 home, 1 road

Another update on the severe storms and flooding impacting Mississippi: The State of Mississippi continues to respond alongside local, state, and federal partners.  Damage assessments are ongoing. Below are the latest totals. These numbers will change as damage assessments continue. Homes: Destroyed – 18 Major – 110 Minor – 115 Affected – 74 Businesses: Major – 3 Minor – 4 Farms: Major – 1 Public Roads: Destroyed – 16 Major – 22 Minor – 32 Bridges: Major – 1 Minor – 1 Public Buildings: Major – 3 Public Utilities: Major – 2 Minor - 2 Three shelters remain open: Hancock County Necaise Shelter: 30360 Highway 603, Perkinson, MS 39573 Harrison County Harrison County Safe Room: 23715 Saucier Lizana Road, Saucier, MS 39574 Stone County Stone Middle School Shelter: 532A E Central Ave, Wiggins, MS 39577 Ten rivers remain in minor flood stage and are dropping. The State of Mississippi will continue to deploy resources as requested by local emergency managers. Please continue to pray for Mississippi!

‼️Jackson, You're Up! Disaster Preparedness Day is coming to you! Join us on Saturday, June 26, 2026, at Lowe’s in Jackson to learn how to prepare for storms and emergencies and connect with local preparedness resources. 📍 2250 Greenway Dr, Jackson, MS 39204 📅 Saturday, June 26, 2026 Stay Prepared, Mississippi!

The National Weather Service has issued a marginal threat for severe weather for most of Mississippi on Wednesday, 6/24/26. Stay Weather Aware

Another update on the severe storms and major flooding impacting Mississippi: Damage assessments continue. As of now, the damage includes: Homes: Destroyed – 7 Major – 35 Minor – 55 Affected – 54 Businesses: Major – 3 Minor – 7 Farms: Major – 1 Public Roads: Destroyed – 4 Major – 6 Minor – 40 Bridges: Major – 2 Minor – 1 Public Buildings: Minor – 3 Three EPAs are reporting damage. Two rivers are in the moderate flood stage and 11 are in the minor flood stage. Moderate Flooding: 2 Leaf River near McClain Pascagoula River at Graham Ferry Minor Flooding: 11 Big Black River near Bentonia Biloxi River near Lyman Chickasawhay River at Enterprise Chickasawhay River at Leakesville Pascagoula River at Merrill Pearl River at Jackson Pearl River near Pearl River Pearl River near Philadelphia Pearl River at Rockport Tallahala Creek at Laurel Tuscolameta Creek at Walnut Grove If you've received damage from the storms or the flooding, please: - File an insurance claim. - Take photos of the damage. - Report damage to your county and MEMA via the self-report tool: msema.org/report-damage

Do you have damage from the recent flooding? MEMA encourages residents who’ve 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. Click the link, select your county of residence, and fill out the form. This is NOT AN APPLICATION FOR ASSISTANCE. msema.org/report-damage