Tippah News

The Mississippi Department of Transportation said closures will begin at 9 a.m. March 11 and last about six weeks, affecting Old Highway 57 and Gautier Vancleave Road in Jackson County. Motorists are advised to use the State Route 57 south frontage road and the Gautier Vancleave connector.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation said forecasts show most of the state could see inclement weather on March 11, 2026, and urged motorists to check conditions and follow safety guidance.

The National Weather Service is forecasting a slight (level 2 of 5) threat of severe weather for Mississippi on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. The agency says damaging winds, hail and tornadoes are possible and urged residents to monitor forecasts.

Volunteer groups continue recovery work after Winter Storm Fern, and the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said federal Public Assistance has been approved for 38 counties affected Jan. 23-27.

A slow-moving cold front is expected to swing through mid-morning tomorrow, bringing a prolonged round of severe storms after an earlier round of stray showers, forecasters said.