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Mississippi National Guard deploys to Florida ahead of Hurricane Milton

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-10-09 16:49:00

SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves of Mississippi announced the deployment of 22 Mississippi National Guard soldiers to Tallahassee, Florida, in response to Hurricane Milton. These soldiers, part of the 185th Expeditionary Combat Aviation Brigade, will aid in emergency response efforts. Reeves emphasized Mississippi’s commitment to assist Florida, recalling the received during past hurricanes. The aviation team will utilize two HH-60M Blackhawks and a CH-47 Chinook helicopter once conditions allow. This mission follows their previous involvement after Hurricane Ian in 2022, showcasing the Mississippi National Guard’s readiness for disaster response missions.

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Clear and sunny, with cool nights

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www.wcbi.com – Ashleigh Bryant – 2024-10-09 17:24:00

SUMMARY: In Columbus, Mississippi, the weather is expected to remain pleasant with warm days and cool nights. Hurricane Milton is making landfall in Florida near Tampa, but Northeast Mississippi will experience clear skies and temperatures dipping into the low to mid-50s overnight. Thursday will be sunny with highs in the low to mid-80s, followed by similarly warm and clear conditions on Friday. The will start with consistent weather, but Sunday may see a slight increase in temperatures as a cold front approaches, potentially raising highs back into the upper 80s, with cool nights continuing.

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Woman accused of killing Canton teacher in DUI crash pleads not guilty

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-10-09 17:10:00

SUMMARY: Jordan Leah Sullivan, indicted on aggravated DUI charges for causing a fatal crash in County, pleads not guilty. The incident occurred on June 22, 2024, when Sullivan drove southbound in the northbound lanes of Interstate 55, resulting in a head-on collision that killed 43-year-old Tyra Small-, a teacher from Canton, who had to be extricated from her vehicle. Two passengers in her vehicle suffered non--threatening injuries. Sullivan had a prior DUI arrest and was released on a $250,000 bond. The case raises questions about accountability in fatal DUI incidents.

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Firefighters work to prepare for the unexpected in Oktibbeha Co.

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www.wcbi.com – Joey Barnes – 2024-10-09 15:21:00

SUMMARY: In Oktibbeha County, Mississippi, volunteer firefighters conducted essential tests on their truck pumps to ensure they are operational. On October 9, the firefighters checked the equipment, emphasizing that functional gear can be critical during emergencies. Patrick Warner, the county’s Fire Coordinator, highlighted that these annual tests are necessary for maintaining proper insurance ratings, which can to lower homeowners’ insurance costs for . The standard requirement is for pumps to deliver 1,000 per minute at 150 PSI, reinforcing the importance of readiness in safeguarding the community.

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