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Locals urged to prepare as 2024 Hurricane Season kicks off
SUMMARY: Dave Elliot introduces the 2024 hurricane season with Matt Straten, Director of Harrison County Emergency Management. Early June and July storms are discussed but August and September are considered the prime hurricane months. Emphasis is placed on public preparedness, updating plans, refreshing supplies, and setting up alerts. Straten highlights concerns about public complacency due to recent quiet seasons. He discusses NOAA and Colorado State University’s above-average hurricane predictions. The conversation touches on advances in storm tracking, public storm maps, and updated hurricane evacuation zones. Straten underscores the importance of evacuating if necessary and the availability of local shelters. Collaboration among federal, state, local partners, and nonprofits is noted as essential in disaster preparedness and response.
As the 2024 Hurricane Season begins, Harrison County Emergency Management Agency Director Matt Stratton discusses what you need to know to prepare.
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Harrison County Sheriff's Office responds to accidents due to snowy conditions
SUMMARY: South Mississippi is experiencing extremely cold temperatures and snowfall, creating hazardous driving conditions. Reporter Noah Noble, who rode with a Harrison County deputy, described the dangerous roads, where driving over 30 mph was risky. Their patrol encountered difficulties, including spinning out and getting stuck in a ditch, highlighting the challenges of navigating in such weather. Local construction worker Leo Cortez assisted in pulling them out, noting he was helping others too. The risk extends to emergency responders who face delays due to the icy conditions. Drivers are urged to exercise extreme caution if traveling in the area.
Harrison County Sheriff’s Office crews have been out all day responding to accidents due to snowy road conditions.
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Latest viewer-submitted snow pictures, videos from across South Mississippi
SUMMARY: Hugh Keeton at the WLOX Digital Desk shares updates from South Mississippi, where snow is causing significant disruption. Viewers are sending in photos of snowy scenes, including snowmen, snowy vehicles, and landmarks like the Brett Favre statue in Hancock County. Hugh describes his own journey through Long Beach, showing snow-covered streets, trees, and cars. The snowstorm has closed many businesses and roads, including bridges. Despite challenges, people are enjoying the snow, with children playing outside. The WLOX team, including meteorologist Eric Jeansonne, shared their experiences and pictures, including a historic 1963 snow snapshot.
South Mississippians are enjoying the snow day!
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LIVE: Snow on Highway 90 in Biloxi
SUMMARY: Crews are monitoring a rare snowstorm affecting south Mississippi, with meteorologist Aaron Colby reporting live from Highway 90 near Edgewater. The region is experiencing windy, snowy conditions with significant ice accumulation on the roads, making driving increasingly hazardous. Currently, there’s about 2 to 3 inches of snow on the ground, and more is expected as heavy snow bands move in from Louisiana. With temperatures dangerously low and strong winds, residents are advised to dress warmly with layers and protective gear. Updates will continue throughout the day as conditions evolve.
Meteorologist Aaron Colby has a look at the winter weather conditions
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