HANCOCK, MS; Pearl River, MS — As much as 5 to 8 inches of rain fell this morning. Road flooding could still be ongoing.
* WHAT...Urban areas and small streams flooding caused by excessive rainfall is occurring.
* WHERE...Northwestern Hancock County in southern Mississippi... Southwestern Pearl River County in southern Mississippi...
* WHEN...Until 500 PM CDT.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Numerous roads remain closed due to floodin
Flooding in Hancock, MS; Pearl River, 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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