Mississippi

Mississippi has activated the National Guard and deployed resources to assist with storm response and recovery, as power outages and damage persist across the state.

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.