RANKIN, MS; Scott, MS; Simpson, MS; Smith, MS — FFWJAN
The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a
* Flash Flood Warning for... Southeastern Rankin County in central Mississippi... Scott County in central Mississippi... Northeastern Simpson County in central Mississippi... Northern Smith County in central Mississippi...
* Until 1245 PM CDT.
* At 852 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches are
Flooding in Rankin, MS; Scott, MS; Simpson, MS; Smith, MS can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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