Tippah News

Temperatures are expected to drop into the teens and single digits across Mississippi tonight, prompting safety tips from emergency officials.

City officials thank utility crews for their nonstop efforts to restore power and services after recent disruptions.

A local community center is offering a warm shelter tonight for residents in need. Authorities urge residents to share the information.

BMCU has suspended in-person classes and activities for the rest of the week, shifting to online instruction amid ongoing campus issues. Community members are encouraged to assist with cleanup efforts.

The northern part of the state continues to face severe winter conditions, leading to closures of DSB locations on Jan. 27.

As of Tuesday morning, 36 Mississippi counties are experiencing ice on roads and bridges, prompting safety warnings from authorities.

Authorities urge residents in storm-affected regions to limit travel to emergencies as first responders work tirelessly to manage winter storm impacts.

Louisiana transportation officials advise motorists to find alternate routes on I-20 westbound amid heavy traffic caused by stalled trucks.

Minimum wind chills this morning dropped to dangerously low levels, prompting safety warnings from weather officials.

The Mississippi National Guard Armory on the state fairgrounds is accepting donations to aid storm-affected residents, with adjusted hours this week.

Mississippi transportation officials advise motorists to avoid traveling unless necessary and to prepare for dangerous conditions during ongoing weather events.

Gov. Tate Reeves issued a statement Friday evening regarding the ongoing winter storm impacting Mississippi, urging residents to stay safe and prepared.

Officials report ongoing water shortages due to supply and demand, with repairs to a broken gas line underway. Crews are working around the clock to restore services.

Mississippi Department of Human Services offices will have reduced hours Monday due to weather conditions. All county offices in central and southern regions will open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Despite the departure of the winter storm, residents in the Mid-South are facing dangerously cold wind chills through Monday, according to National Weather Service Memphis.

As of 9 p.m. Jan. 25, 2026, 37 Mississippi counties remain affected by ice on roads and bridges, prompting warnings for cautious driving.

Despite the end of winter precipitation, authorities warn of ongoing travel hazards and prolonged cold temperatures. Officials advise caution during the recovery period.