Lamar County Emergency Management Agency

05/23/2026

5/23/26 Lamar County has a Slight Risk (2 out of 5) of severe weather this afternoon and evening.

Severe storms possible, damaging winds and tornadoes cannot be ruled out.

05/21/2026

With the recent severe weather that happened in our area we want to remind residents of the multiple ways to receive weather alerts.

STAY WEATHER AWARE, STAY PREPARED, STAY INFORMED.

05/20/2026

Any donated items for residents affected by the Purvis tornado can be delivered to First Baptist Church of Purvis, 77 Shelby Speights Dr. or Developing Family Services, 127 Front St. Purvis.

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05/19/2026

Nearly two weeks after a tornado ripped through the area, Lamar County Emergency Management (EMA) says they are working diligently towards a federal declaration for the county, which would mean more assistance for everyone impacted.

Lamar County EMA Director James Smith says this is a complicated process that starts at the local level. ⬇️

05/15/2026

Traffic Alert for Tornado Area

Beginning Friday the 15th, Lamar County Road Department will start debris removal in the areas of the recent tornado. Please be aware the roadways in this area may be closed or restricted at times in order to ease the removal process. We ask everyone to please be patient and heed all direction given by Road Department crews.

Crews will only be able to remove debris from the public right of way. We are not able to enter private property to remove debris. We ask that material be separated vegetative verse demolition debris.

Countywide Other Services Reduced.

During this time period of debris removal, other Road Department services may be reduced on a day to day basis in order to provide sufficient manpower for the tornado clean up effort. Please be patient as well, on non-storm related services during this time period.

Still Needing Assistance With Debris Push-Out

If you need assistance in getting material roadside and have not gotten in contact with a non-profit, you may contact our Emergency Management office. 601-794-5378

05/13/2026

American Red Cross

If you were affected by the tornado and have any unmet needs the American Red Cross will be at Good Hope Baptist Church, 331 Purvis Oloh Rd. from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Thursday, May 14, 2026.

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05/12/2026

Storm Relief Help Available in Purvis

Purvis First Baptist Church and Good Hope Baptist Church have distribution centers available for anyone affected by the tornado. First Baptist Church has food and clothing. Good Hope Baptist Church has food, water, cleaning kits and personal hygiene kits.
If there are any specific need anyone may have you can contact Lamar County Emergency Management at 601-794-5378.

05/10/2026

The National Weather Service has place Lamar County under a Marginal Risk (1 out of 5) chance for severe weather this afternoon and tonight.

Isolated severe storms possible, damaging winds up to 60 mph and hail up to quarte size.

05/09/2026

We are releasing this graphic for our storms victims. Please use this is a guideline for your clean-up, it gives excellent details on debris separation.

Large Appliances: Refrigerators, washers, stoves. (Note: Secure the doors so they cannot lock, and remove all food before placing curbside).

Construction Debris: Drywall, lumber, carpet, furniture.

Vegetative Waste: Tree branches, leaves, and plants.

Place piles by the curb or road shoulder on your property line.

Do not place debris on top of or near live cables, fire hydrants, utility meters, or live trees.

Do not block the street or roadway. Heavy trucks will need to pass through.

If you have any questions please contact our office at 601-794-5378.

05/09/2026

If you have any tornado damage to your residence or business you can report it at the following link. If you have any questions you can call our office at 601-794-5378.

This survey aims to help state and local emergency management officials across Mississippi Identify and understand damages that have occurred during recent natural disaster activity.