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The official Twitter account of the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency. The account is not monitored 24/7. In case of an emergency please dial 9-1-1.

[msema @MSEMA]

🌀 Hurricane Season Starts Now — Be Prepared, Not Scared! 🌀

June 1 marks the beginning of hurricane season, and we're excited to introduce our brand-new Hurricane Coloring Book for Kids featuring our Preparedness Robot MEMITE!

Designed to help children learn important hurricane safety tips in a fun, engaging, and age-appropriate way, this coloring book turns preparedness into a creative adventure. You can download your own copy here: https://t.co/nNEdoegThV

[msema @MSEMA]

🚨 Disaster Preparedness Day is coming to Laurel!

Join us on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Lowe’s in Laurel to learn how to prepare for storms and emergencies and connect with local preparedness resources.

📍 1490 MS-15, Laurel, MS 39440
📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026

Stay Prepared, Mississippi!

[msema @MSEMA]

DEADLINE APPROACHING: Residents in the counties affected by the January 23rd through 27th winter storms have ONE week left to apply for assistance.

You can apply online, by phone, through the FEMA App or by visiting one of our Disaster Service Centers located in the following counties:

Alcorn
Lafayette
Panola
Leflore
Benton
Yazoo
Carroll
Coahoma
Montgomery
Tallahatchie
Pontotoc
Marshall
Tishomingo

[msema @MSEMA]

According to @NWSNewOrleans, minor coastal flooding is possible beginning tomorrow.
Do not cross water-covered roadways! Turn Around Don't Drown!

[msema @MSEMA]

Severe Weather Threat Update

The National Weather Service has expanded the slight risk for severe storms for parts of the state this afternoon into tonight (6/1/26). Mississippi could see severe storms, damaging winds, and hail.

Stay weather aware.

[msema @MSEMA]

The National Weather Service has issued a slight risk for severe storms for parts of the state this afternoon into tonight (6/1/26). Mississippi could see:

⛈Severe storms
🌬Damaging winds
☄Hail up to a quarter size

Follow your local meteorologist for the latest on the forecast in your area.

[msema @MSEMA]

Hurricane season begins today, June 1, and now is the time to prepare — before a storm is in the Gulf.

From building an emergency kit to knowing your evacuation zone and staying informed, small steps today can make a big difference tomorrow.

In this message from MEMA Executive Director Stephen McCraney, learn how you and your family can get ready for the 2026 hurricane season and stay safe throughout the months ahead.

📍 Hurricane Season: June 1 – November 30
📱Download the MEMA App
🌐Visit https://t.co/32qTfFFva1 for preparedness tips and resources.

#HurricaneSeason #StaySafeMS

[msema @MSEMA]

NOTICE: The Disaster Service Center in Pontotoc County, at the Pontotoc County Agri-Center, 430 CJ Harding Jr Drive, will be closed on Saturday, May 30th. It will reopen on Monday, June 1st.

It is not necessary to go to a Disaster Service Center to apply with FEMA. Individuals can apply for assistance online at https://t.co/OZeF1Jg9Oi, by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362), or by using the FEMA App.

[msema @MSEMA]

‼️Disaster Preparedness Day is coming to Meridian!
Join us on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at Lowe’s Meridian to learn how to prepare for storms and emergencies and connect with local preparedness resources.
📍100 15th Place South, Meridian, MS
📅Saturday, May 30, 2026
A little preparation today can make a big difference tomorrow.

[msema @MSEMA]

NOTICE: The Disaster Service Center located in Alcorn County, located at the Northeast Community Center, 2759 South Harper Road, will be CLOSED until June 1st.

It is not necessary to go to a Disaster Service Center to apply with FEMA. Individuals can apply for assistance online at https://t.co/OZeF1Jg9Oi, by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362), or by using the FEMA App.

[Governor Tate Reeves @tatereeves]

An update on the flooding impacting Mississippi:

The state of Mississippi is monitoring rivers and creeks for active flood warnings in the following counties: Forrest, Hancock, Lamar, and Pearl River.

As of now, the Mississippi River is projected to stay below flood levels at Greenville, Tunica, Natchez, and Vicksburg.

The West Hobolochitto Creek near McNeill is at 18ft and dropped 1ft overnight.

The East Hobolochitto Creek near Caesar is at 15.4ft and dropped 4ft overnight.

The Pearl River near Pearl River, Louisiana, is at 15ft. It is forecasted to drop below the flood stage on May 31.

The Jourdan River at Kiln is at 6.2ft and dropped 1.5ft overnight.

The Wolf River above Gulfport is at 12.2ft. It is forecasted to drop below the flood stage on May 30.

The Biloxi River near Lyman is at 14ft and dropped 0.5ft overnight.

The Leaf River near McLain is expected to crest at 21ft on May 28.

The Chickasawhay River at Leakesville is expected to crest at 25ft on May 31.

This information could change based on weather conditions and how much additional rain Mississippi receives.

The state and @MSEMA will continue to work with local emergency managers and use all resources at their disposal to respond as necessary.

Stay safe, Mississippi!

[msema @MSEMA]

NOTICE: The Disaster Service Center, located in Alcorn County at the Northeast Community Center, 2759 South Harper Road, will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27, 2026.

[msema @MSEMA]

REMINDER! Disaster Service Centers for victims of Winter Storm Fern/DR-4899 are open Today, May 26th, through Wednesday, June 10th, in the following counties: Alcorn, Benton, Carroll, Coahoma, Lafayette, Leflore, Marshall, Montgomery, Panola, Pontotoc, Tallahatchie, Tishomingo, and Yazoo.

These centers are open for residents who need to apply for federal assistance or have questions that can be answered. The centers will be open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and on Saturdays, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The centers will be closed on Sundays.

Please note: The application deadline is June 10. Receiving these benefits will not affect anyone’s Social Security, Medicare, or Medicaid benefits.

It is not necessary to go to a Disaster Recovery Center or Disaster Survivor Assistance location to apply with FEMA. Individuals can apply for assistance by registering online at https://t.co/OZeF1Jg9Oi, by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362), or by using the FEMA App. If you use a relay service, such as a video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service, or others, provide FEMA with the number for that service.

Federal funding is available to affected individuals in Adams, Alcorn, Attala, Benton, Bolivar, Calhoun, Carroll, Claiborne, Coahoma, DeSoto, Grenada, Holmes, Humphreys, Issaquena, Jefferson, Lafayette, Lee, Leflore, Marshall, Montgomery, Panola, Pontotoc, Prentiss, Quitman, Sharkey, Sunflower, Tallahatchie, Tate, Tippah, Tishomingo, Tunica, Union, Warren, Washington, Yalobusha, and Yazoo Counties and the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians. Assistance can include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses, and other programs to help individuals and business owners recover from the disaster's effects.

[msema @MSEMA]

❗Flash Flood Threat❗
The National Weather Service has issued a risk for flash flooding on Tuesday (5/26/26) across Mississippi.

Areas of Mississippi could see:
🌧️2-3" of rain in less than 3 hours
🌊Areas of flash flooding
🛣️Roads may be flooded or closed
🏡Some structures could be threatened with inundation
🌊Minor river flooding is expected

📲Stay Weather Aware
❌Know where to go in case you need to evacuate
🚧Identify alternate routes to your destinations in case of flooded roads
🛑TURN AROUND, DON'T DROWN

[Governor Tate Reeves @tatereeves]

An update on the flash flooding in Forrest and Lamar counties:

Tragically, Forrest County has reported one death as a result of the flooding. Please pray for the family during this incredibly difficult time.

@MSEMA is in contact with local emergency managers and assisting in the response. An area coordinator has been deployed and additional resources will be deployed as requested. 

If you encounter a flooded area, please do not try to drive or walk through it. For your safety, please turn around.

[msema @MSEMA]

MEMA remembers the brave men and women who served our country and sacrificed for our freedom.

[msema @MSEMA]

Tornado Warning for Jackson County in MS until 5:00am CDT.

[msema @MSEMA]

DISASTER SERVICE CENTERS OPENING: Disaster Service Centers for victims of Winter Storm Fern/DR-4899 will open on Tuesday, May 26th, through Wednesday, June 10th, in the following counties: Alcorn, Benton, Carroll, Coahoma, Lafayette, Leflore, Marshall, Montgomery, Panola, Pontotoc, Tallahatchie, Tishomingo, and Yazoo.

These centers are open for residents who need to apply for federal assistance or have questions that can be answered. The centers will be open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and on Saturdays, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The centers will be closed on Sundays.

Please note: The application deadline is June 10. Receiving these benefits will not affect anyone’s Social Security, Medicare, or Medicaid benefits.

[msema @MSEMA]

MEMA Executive Director Stephen McCraney gives an update on the risk for flash flooding this weekend.

[msema @MSEMA]

❗The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued an Elevated risk for flash flooding this weekend for parts of the state. The main threat comes on Sunday (5/24/26) and Monday (5/25/26).

📲Stay Weather Aware
❌Know where to go in case you need to evacuate
🚧Identify alternate routes to your destinations in case of flooded roads
🛑TURN AROUND, DON'T DROWN

As always, our friends at @MississippiDOT will keep you informed on road conditions.