Lauderdale County MS

09/03/2026

During a flood

— Evacuate immediately, if told to do so. Never drive around barricades. Local responders use them to safely direct traffic out of flooded areas.
— Contact your healthcare provider if you are sick and need medical attention. Wait for further care instructions and shelter in place, if possible. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 9-1-1.
— Listen to EAS, NOAA Weather Radio or local alerting systems for current emergency information and instructions regarding flooding.
— Do not walk, swim or drive through flood waters. Turn Around. Don’t Drown!
— Stay off bridges over fast-moving water. Fast-moving water can wash bridges away without warning.
— Stay inside your car if it is trapped in rapidly moving water. Get on the roof if water is rising inside the car.
— Get to the highest level if trapped in a building. Only get on the roof if necessary and once there, signal for help. Do not climb into a closed attic to avoid getting trapped by rising floodwater.

09/03/2026

Dangerous heat stress conditions are expected across the forecast area today and over the next several days. Peak heat index values will be near 105 to 110 degrees. Take breaks and stay hydrated if working outdoors.

09/02/2026

The Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Department Criminal Investigation Division is seeking information on the identity of this subject as part of an ongoing investigation. If you can identify this person please call the East Mississippi Crime Stoppers at 1-855-485-8477, or contact Investigator Les Hagwood at 601-481-1975.

09/02/2026

* WHAT...For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 109 expected. For the second Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 110 expected. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Arkansas, northeast ...

09/02/2026

Before a flood

— Know your risk for floods, visit FEMA's Flood Map Service Center to know types of flood risks in your area. However, remember that flooding doesn’t follow lines on a map.
— Where it rains it can flood. Sign up for emergency weather alerts at lemaonline.com. The Emergency Alert System and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
— Weather radios also provide emergency alerts.
— Purchase flood insurance or renew a flood insurance policy. Homeowner’s insurance policies do not cover flooding. It typically takes up to 30 days for a policy to go into effect, so the time to buy is well before a disaster. Get flood coverage under the National Flood Insurance Program.

Preparing for a Flood - Make a plan for your household, including your pets so that you and your family know what to do, where to go and what you will need to protect yourselves from flooding.
• Learn and practice evacuation routes, shelter plans and flash flood response.
• Gather supplies, including non-perishable foods, cleaning supplies and water for several days, in case you must leave immediately or if services are cut off in your area.

In case of emergency, keep documents in a waterproof container.
• Create password-protected digital copies. Protect your property.
• Move valuables to higher levels.
• Declutter drains and gutters.
• Install check valves. Consider a sump pump with a battery.

09/02/2026

🔥 Remember Mississippi... Only YOU can prevent wildfires! 🐻

As we head into wildfire season, remember that the vast majority of wildfires are completely preventable. A few extra minutes of care can make a massive difference in keeping our communities and natural spaces safe.

Whether you are burning debris, enjoying a campfire with family, or working outdoors with equipment, wildfire prevention is truly in our hands.

Tips to stay fire-safe:

🔹Check local weather and wind conditions before burning.
🔹Never leave a fire unattended.
🔹Ensure campfires and debris burns are completely extinguished before walking away.

Burn responsibly. Be fire aware. Help protect Mississippi’s forests, wildlife, and communities! 🌲💚

Learn more at mfc.ms.gov

09/02/2026