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A weather alert Tuesday, March 15, 2026, said tornadoes could occur across parts of Mississippi into the evening and overnight hours and urged residents to identify safe locations and practice action plans.

Mississippi Emergency Management Agency warns residents to have multiple alert methods as severe weather is expected today and tonight.

The National Weather Service in Memphis says a line of fast-moving storms will move through the Mid-South later today into the evening, bringing a threat of damaging winds and spin-up tornadoes.

Forecasters warned the entire state faces severe weather from Sunday evening into early Monday, with damaging winds up to 70 mph, quarter-size hail and possible tornadoes. Residents were urged to stay alert and have multiple ways to receive warnings.

The National Weather Service in Memphis said a wind advisory takes effect at 8 a.m. and a line of strong to severe thunderstorms could arrive by 3 p.m., with damaging winds and possible tornadoes. A cold front will bring much colder temperatures, with a Freeze Warning for Monday and a Freeze Watch for Tuesday.

The National Weather Service in Memphis said a fast-moving line of storms will impact the Mid-South tomorrow, reaching eastern Arkansas by 4 p.m. and the Tennessee River by midnight. The agency warned of damaging winds and spin-up tornadoes.

A Facebook post said a Facebook Live Q&A will be held at 7:30 p.m. CDT to discuss the latest forecast for Sunday, including model trends, timing and threats.

A social media post urged people celebrating St. Patrick’s Day early to plan ahead and line up sober rides, saying “Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving!” and using related hashtags.

Ripley Main Street said Easter eggs have been hidden throughout downtown Ripley, each containing a discount redeemable during the Shop Hop on March 21.

The National Weather Service forecast an enhanced risk of severe weather for Mississippi on the evening of Sunday, March 15, 2026, with the greatest threat in the north and central parts of the state, the agency said. The agency said tornadoes were possible and damaging winds could reach 70 mph.