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Tropical Update 6/19/24
SUMMARY: Chief Meteorologist Patrick Bigby provides a tropical update sponsored by Eddie Pearson Roof. The key focus is Tropical Storm Alberto, which has developed from PTS number one and is located 170 miles offshore of Tempo, Mexico. With winds at 40 mph and a pressure of 995 mb, Alberto is expected to make landfall near Tempo tonight, bringing gusty winds and heavy rain, especially to the Texas coast. Additionally, there's a 20% chance of development for Invest 92L east of the Bahamas, and a 30% chance of new development in the Gulf of Mexico over the weekend. If named, the next storm will be called Beryl.
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Young athletes compete in Junior Olympics in Jackson
SUMMARY: The second day of the US Region Six Junior Olympics at Hughes Field in Millsaps showcased various field events. In the 18 and under pole vault, Nick Fallon from Alabama set a personal record by clearing four meters. In the girls' 12 and under pentathlon long jump, Morgan Martinez from Louisiana placed third, while Memphis teammates Allyson Oliver and Coryell Hamilton secured second and first, respectively, with Hamilton jumping 4.39m. In the triathlon high jump, Payton Johnson from New Orleans won by clearing 1.15m, followed by Coy Deming in second. Eight-year-old Jamya Stigall also made a memorable impression. Major track events begin tomorrow.
The US Region 6 Junior Olympics are underway in the Capital City and young athletes from all over the Southeast are competing. The Heptathlon and Decathlon athletes from various age groups 18 under took to Hughes Field and Millsaps College for the second day of competition. The main track and field events get started on Saturday with the finals set for Sunday.
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People head to Mill Creek Marina for long weekend
SUMMARY: Some people returned to work today, while many continue to enjoy a 4-day weekend, with time spent at locations like PCK Lake. Veronica Mahia reports from Tishomingo County's Mill Creek Marina, a popular spot where visitors fuel up boats for their outings. A frequent visitor from Fulton's campground noted the significant influx due to the summer holiday, making it the year's busiest weekend. Businesses around the lake benefit greatly, as seen in the increased food and convenience store sales. More details will be shared in a live report on WTVA 9 News at 6.
A lot of folks continue to enjoy a four-day weekend, and some of that time is being spent on the water at Pickwick Lake.
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