Alcorn County News

With hurricane season starting today, officials urge residents to prepare now to stay safe during the upcoming months.

The National Weather Service warns of potential severe weather in parts of Mississippi this afternoon and evening, including damaging winds and hail.

The region will see a shift to drier air on Tuesday following a humid beginning to the week, with humidity levels rising again by the weekend.

The region will experience two separate storm systems, with damaging winds as the main threat. Heavy rain and hail are also possible.

A slight risk of severe weather has been issued for the entire area, with damaging winds as the primary threat.

Meteorologists predict two rounds of thunderstorms on Monday, bringing threats of damaging winds and large hail. The forecast is based on a reliable model, but accuracy is not guaranteed.

High humidity could push heat index values close to 100°F across parts of the Mid-South, prompting safety reminders.

Temperatures at Memphis International Airport reached 90 degrees Fahrenheit for the first time in 2024, marking a hot start to the season.

A level 1 risk for severe weather remains in effect across the Mid-South, with damaging winds the primary threat expected Monday afternoon and evening.

A dense fog advisory is in effect for areas of West Tennessee and northern Mississippi, with visibility reduced to a quarter-mile or less in some locations.