SUMMARY: Good afternoon, South Mississippi! Meteorologist Sam Parker reports breezy conditions with current wind speeds in the teens, gusting into the 20s, and a slight chance of tropical storm gusts from Hurricane Helen. Temperatures are in the low 80s, expected to climb to the mid-80s later. The radar shows no rain today or tomorrow, but expect rough seas with a small craft advisory in effect. Hurricane Helen is projected to make landfall tonight as a major hurricane, though the area will likely remain dry. The weekend forecast looks mostly clear and normal, with highs around 83°F on Friday.

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SUMMARY: The Navy has announced a contract worth $9.6 billion for the construction of three San Antonio class amphibious ships and one America class ship, with all vessels to be built at home. Engel Shipbuilding has previously constructed 13 San Antonio class ships and 15 large deck amphibious ships. Senator Roger Wicker expressed his support for the decision, emphasizing the importance of Mississippi shipbuilders in strengthening American sea power. He highlighted that the future of the Navy continues to be built on the Mississippi Coast, reinforcing local economic contributions and national defense capabilities.

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SUMMARY: Hurricane Helen, although not heading towards South Mississippi, remains a point of interest due to its powerful position over warm waters. It is currently a Category 1 storm, expected to strengthen, possibly becoming a Category 4 before making landfall near Florida’s Big Bend later today around 7 PM. This storm will produce a large wind field, impacting areas far inland, including Atlanta. For South Mississippi, breezy conditions are expected with some cloud cover but transitioning to clearer, beautiful fall-like weather tomorrow. Winds may reach 15-20 mph, with drier and cooler mornings in the 60s anticipated for the week ahead.

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