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Mississippi Insight for June 7, 2024: Solar power, gun violence and absenteeism
SUMMARY: “Mississippi Insight” explores significant topics this week. The state has seen a recent surge in solar power, highlighted by plans for the largest solar plant in Hines County despite local opposition. Apex Clean Energy aims to generate substantial electricity and economic benefits, including new jobs and tax revenue. Meanwhile, discussions also cover Mississippi’s high gun violence rates. Despite national declines, the state maintains the highest firearm mortality rate, affecting predominantly Black communities and children. Community intervention efforts are examined for their potential to reduce violence. Additionally, the lieutenant governor addresses chronic absenteeism and labor force challenges in Mississippi.
Hinds County debates plans for what could be the state’s largest solar plant. We have questions for the company building it. Also, we’re looking at the roots of gun violence and smart steps for getting ahead of the next homicide. And the lieutenant governor wants to tackle Mississippi’s chronic absenteeism numbers. Hosted by 12 News’ Byron Brown, produced by Tom Wright
SUMMARY: This morning, power outages remain significant across several counties due to recent heavy rainfall. Hinds County faces the most severe outages with 4,900 customers affected, followed by Smith County with 3,200 and Jefferson Davis County with 2,100. Rainfall amounts have varied, with some areas receiving up to five inches. While light showers continue in some regions, improvements are noted, particularly south of the metro area. Winds, gusting between 25 to 35 mph, are expected to subside, but the dreary weather will continue throughout the day with overcast skies and little temperature increase.
16 WAPT meteorologist Christana Kay is tracking the effects of Francine, which is now a tropical depression.
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SUMMARY: A house fire occurred on Garden Park Drive in South Jackson, prompting a crew to gather information at the scene. Witnesses reported that this is the third house fire in the area. Further details about the incident and its cause are being investigated.
A house on Garden Park Drive caught fire Thursday.
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SUMMARY: Tropical Storm Francine is currently affecting southern Louisiana and central Mississippi, with maximum winds around 50 mph. South Louisiana is experiencing heavy rain, with some areas receiving 7 to 10 inches and over 4 inches in just two hours, leading to flash flood warnings and power outages affecting over 298,000 customers. Winds are gusting up to 40 mph, particularly in Simpson County, making driving conditions hazardous. In New Orleans, flood risks remain high, with road closures and rescues reported. Authorities advise residents to shelter in place due to dangerous conditions. Updates on the storm will continue throughout the day.
Tracking Francine: A look at conditions across Mississippi
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Fire breaks out on Garden Park Drive
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Tropical Storm Francine moves across Mississippi
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News from the South - Louisiana News Feed7 days agoLouisiana watching two areas in the Gulf that could develop
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Mississippi News Video7 days ago
Only one Beaumont police officer on patrol
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News from the South - Louisiana News Feed7 days ago
Bond set for woman accused in deadly Mid-City shooting
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News from the South - Tennessee News Feed2 days ago
Mother outraged after she says son attacked by former Mississippi middle school coach
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News from the South - Florida News Feed6 days ago
Home security cameras capture father's panic after he pulls his unresponsive toddler from pool
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News from the South - Texas News Feed6 days ago
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