Bitter cold is settling into Mississippi this weekend, with temperatures expected to dip into the teens and 20s across the state, according to the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency.
Officials urge residents to take steps to protect their homes and families, including dripping faucets, opening cabinet doors to circulate warm air, insulating pipes, and checking smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
The cold weather is expected to persist through Sunday, prompting safety reminders from emergency agencies. Residents are encouraged to stay indoors and take precautions to prevent cold-related incidents.
Jon Ross Myers is the executive editor and publisher of the Mississippi News Network, Mississippi's largest digital only media company. He can be reached at editor@tippahnews.com
