Mississippi News

Simpson County community comes together after fatal bridge collapse

Published

56 mins ago

October 17, 2024

www.wjtv.com – Brandon Raines – 2024-10-17 16:30:00

SUMMARY: On October 16, a tragic bridge collapse on State Route 149 in Simpson County, Mississippi, left several construction workers trapped and led to multiple fatalities. Emergency responders quickly arrived, with the sheriff’s office and local firefighters, including D’Lo Mayor John Berry, coordinating rescue and recovery efforts. Survivors were safely evacuated within half an hour, but recovery operations took much longer. Sheriff Paul Mullins expressed the emotional toll on responders, highlighting community support during this crisis. The cause of the collapse is currently under investigation, with additional aid from various state agencies.

Read the full article

The post Simpson County community comes together after fatal bridge collapse appeared first on www.wjtv.com

Post Views: 10

Related Topics:comes Featured Mississippi News News

Don't Miss

Police on the look out for missing girl in Tupelo

Mississippi News

Police on the look out for missing girl in Tupelo

Published

2 hours ago

October 17, 2024

Staff Editor

www.wcbi.com – Eric Lampkin – 2024-10-17 15:47:00

SUMMARY: Tupelo Police are searching for Mariebella Tiscareno, a 5-foot-tall, 110-pound Hispanic girl who went missing on October 16 after running away, according to a report filed by her mother. Mariebella was last seen wearing a blue sweater and pajama pants. The police request anyone with information regarding her whereabouts to contact them at (662) 841-6491. Community involvement is crucial in locating her swiftly and safely.

Read the full article

The post Police on the look out for missing girl in Tupelo appeared first on www.wcbi.com

Post Views: 18

Mississippi News

18-wheeler overturns on I-20 in Jackson

Published

2 hours ago

October 17, 2024

Staff Editor

www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-10-17 15:36:00

SUMMARY: An 18-wheeler overturned on Interstate 20 in Jackson, blocking the westbound ramp to Terry Road on October 17. Emergency crews are responding to the scene, but no injuries have been reported, and the cause of the accident is still under investigation.

Read the full article

The post 18-wheeler overturns on I-20 in Jackson appeared first on www.wjtv.com

Post Views: 23

Mississippi News

Man killed in Lincoln County crash after car hits trees

Published

6 hours ago

October 17, 2024

Staff Editor

www.wjtv.com – Sethanie Smith – 2024-10-17 11:36:00

SUMMARY: A single-vehicle crash on Interstate 55 in Lincoln County, Mississippi, resulted in the death of a 37-year-old man, Emanuel Williams, from Hazlehurst. The incident occurred on October 16 around 9:00 p.m. when Williams’ 1998 Ford Explorer veered off the road, overturned, and struck trees. Tragically, he died at the scene. The Mississippi Highway Patrol is currently investigating the cause of the crash.

Read the full article

The post Man killed in Lincoln County crash after car hits trees appeared first on www.wjtv.com

Post Views: 33