Tornado Warning Issued Near Picayune Mississippi as Tornado-Capable Storm Crosses the Louisiana and Mississippi Border Moving Northeast at 15 MPH — Take Shelter Now
MISSISSIPPI/LOUISIANA — A Tornado Warning is in effect along the Louisiana into Mississippi border as a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Picayune, Mississippi, moving northeast at 15 mph. The warning polygon shown on radar covers a defined zone encompassing Picayune and the surrounding Pearl River County area along the I-59 corridor. Anyone within or near this warning polygon must take shelter immediately — do not wait to see or hear a tornado before acting.
Tornado-Capable Storm Located Near Picayune Moving Northeast
The warned storm was located near Picayune, Mississippi, tracking northeast at 15 mph along the I-59 corridor. The radar imagery shows a strong storm with intense red and orange returns within the warning polygon, with the circulation area identifiable on the western edge of the warned zone crossing from Louisiana into Mississippi.
At 15 mph the storm is moving at a relatively slow pace, which means it will spend more time over any given area it crosses compared to faster-moving systems. This increases the window of danger for communities in the direct path northeast of Picayune.
Take Shelter in an Interior Room on the Lowest Floor Now
This is an active Tornado Warning. Residents in and around Picayune and communities northeast of the warned area along the I-59 corridor must move to the lowest floor of a sturdy building immediately. Go to an interior room away from all windows and place as many walls as possible between yourself and the outside.
Do not attempt to outrun this storm by vehicle. If you are in a mobile home or manufactured structure, abandon it immediately and seek the nearest permanent building or a low-lying area away from trees.
Monitor for Additional Warnings as Storm Tracks Northeast
As the storm continues northeast at 15 mph, communities along its path should remain on full alert. Additional counties and communities northeast of Picayune should be watching conditions closely and ready to act the moment a warning is issued for their area.
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