Flash Flood Warning Issued for Biloxi, D’Iberville, and Ocean Springs as Nearly 8 Inches of Rain Falls This Morning With Torrential Downpours Continuing Through 10:15 AM
MISSISSIPPI — A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for southeast Harrison County and southwest Jackson County until 10:15 AM this morning, as torrential downpours have already produced approaching 8 inches of rain across parts of Biloxi, D’Iberville, and Ocean Springs. The radar shows widespread totals of 6 to 8 inches across the warned area, with torrential downpours expected to continue for the next few hours. Drivers in the affected area must avoid driving through flooded roadways.
6 to 8 Inches of Rain Already Down Across Biloxi and Surrounding Areas
The flash flood radar shows an intense and slow-moving rainfall area centered over Biloxi, D’Iberville, St. Martin, Gulf Hills, and Ocean Springs, with totals already in the 6 to 8 inch range this morning. The deep pink and magenta shading on the map indicates extremely heavy rainfall rates that have persisted long enough to produce these significant accumulations.
The I-10 and I-110 corridors run directly through the heart of the warned area, meaning commuters traveling through Biloxi and D’Iberville this morning should expect significant ponding and potential road closures.
Flash Flood Warning Remains in Effect Until 10:15 AM
The Flash Flood Warning was issued at 7:45 AM and remains in effect until 10:15 AM, giving the affected area roughly two and a half more hours under the warning. With torrential downpours expected to continue, additional rainfall on top of the already-saturated ground significantly raises the risk of rapid water rises on roadways, in low-lying areas, and along drainage ditches and creeks.
Do Not Drive Through Flooded Roadways
The most important safety message for residents across southeast Harrison and southwest Jackson Counties is simple: do not attempt to drive through flooded roadways. Water depth can be deceiving, and vehicles can be swept away in surprisingly shallow, fast-moving water. If you encounter a flooded road, turn around and find an alternate route. Stay with NapervilleLocal.com for the latest weather updates and local forecast coverage.
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