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Ask John: How many times has the City of Tupelo been impacted by a tornado?

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2 weeks ago

September 6, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-06 16:48:18

SUMMARY: WTV meteorologist John Delus responds to a viewer’s question about tornadoes in Tupelo, Mississippi, noting the city has been impacted 12 times since 1936. The devastating 1936 tornado resulted in at least 216 fatalities. Other notable tornadoes occurred in 1955, 1977, 1978, 1990, 2008, 2014, 2017, 2018, and 2021, with varying levels of damage reported. While recordkeeping pre-1936 was poor, these events highlight the tornado activity in a relatively small city over nearly 88 years. Viewers are encouraged to submit their own questions for John’s segment.

David Brown asked WTVA meteorologist John Dolusic about tornadoes in Tupelo.

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58 mins ago

September 19, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-09-19 07:21:24

SUMMARY: The manhunt for 26-year-old Jaccory Carr, an escapee from the Wilkinson County Jail, has officially ended with his capture, announced on social media. Carr, a pre-trial detainee facing charges of murder and aggravated assault, escaped around 7:30 PM last night. Authorities have reached out to Capitol Police for more information but have not yet received a response.

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Perry County School District sees rank bump up a grade

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9 hours ago

September 18, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-09-18 23:13:50

SUMMARY: The County School District improved from a C to a B rating according to the Mississippi Academic Assessment Program results. Perry Central High School and Reynolds Town Elementary received B ratings, while Perry Central Middle and South Perry Elementary received D and A ratings, respectively. High School principal Joshua Joerger highlighted the faculty’s efforts in enhancing performance in math and ACT testing. He emphasized that these improvements provide opportunities for innovative programs, ultimately focusing on creating conditions for student success and ensuring they are well-positioned for future achievements.

Perry County School District sees rank bump up a grade.

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Tropical Update 9/18/24

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9 hours ago

September 18, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-09-18 23:13:50

SUMMARY: Chief Meteorologist Patrick Bigby provides a tropical update, reporting two areas of interest. The remnants of Gordon currently have a 20% chance of redeveloping within a week, hindered by wind shear. Another area in the Caribbean also has a 20% chance of formation but may evolve next week, with potential movement towards the Gulf of Mexico. Bigby emphasizes the uncertainty in storm models, comparing the more intense GFS model to the weaker European model, urging viewers not to rely on a single forecast. He assures continuous updates, stating there’s no need to panic and to stay informed through the First Alert weather team.