Mississippi News
Hurricane Milton explodes to Category 4 as Florida prepares for massive evacuations
SUMMARY: Hurricane Milton intensified into a Category 4 storm, targeting Florida’s populous areas, including Tampa and Orlando, potentially prompting mass evacuations following Hurricane Helene’s devastation. With maximum sustained winds of 150 mph, Milton is expected to maintain its strength until landfall, likely on Wednesday in the Tampa Bay area. Forecasters warn of an 8- to 12-foot storm surge and significant rainfall, urging residents to prepare. Florida’s leaders are staging emergency resources for evacuations, with schools closing preemptively. Governor DeSantis emphasizes readiness and safety measures for residents in affected regions as Milton approaches the coast.
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Cooler air moves in this week – Home – WCBI TV
SUMMARY: A cold front is moving through Columbus, Mississippi, bringing cooler temperatures tonight and for tomorrow, with lows dropping into the lower 50s. Monday will see highs in the mid to upper 80s accompanied by sunny skies, while dry conditions are expected to continue throughout the week. Morning lows will generally remain in the 50s, with high temperatures maintaining in the 80s. Additionally, Hurricane Milton is anticipated to strengthen into a major category 4 hurricane before making landfall on Florida’s west coast, where a front will direct it into the Atlantic post-landfall.
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Gator Run 5K kicked off Refuge Day at the Noxubee Refuge
SUMMARY: The Friends of Noxubee Refuge organized a Gator 5K and Refuge Day to benefit the Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge, which offers a serene outdoor experience. The event featured live music, demonstrations, and exhibits, highlighting the refuge’s role as a public resource for recreation and wildlife conservation. Participants praised the refuge for its calming effect and the positive impact of nature on mental health. The nonprofit Friends of Noxubee Refuge supports the area through volunteer work and fundraising. Community members encouraged others to visit and join future events at the refuge, which was established in 1940.
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Taste of Fall coming this week! – Home – WCBI TV
SUMMARY: A passing cold front is set to bring cooler, drier weather to Columbus, Mississippi this week, following a warm weekend. Overnight temperatures will hit the mid-60s, marking the warmest lows of the week. Monday promises sunny skies and a pleasant northerly breeze, with highs in the mid-80s, before dropping to the low 50s by Tuesday morning. The week ahead is expected to be calm, with high pressure ensuring abundant sunshine and consistent temperatures in the low to mid-80s, providing a welcome taste of fall.
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