The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for Mississippi on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Authorities warn that the region could see 2 to 3 inches of rain in less than three hours.
Areas of flash flooding are possible, with some roads likely to be flooded or closed. Residents are advised that structures could be threatened by inundation and minor river flooding is expected.
The agency urges residents to stay weather-aware, know evacuation routes, and identify alternate paths to avoid flooded roads. Officials emphasize the importance of turning around, not drowning, to stay safe during flood conditions.
Jon R Myers is the executive editor of Alcorn County News and the founder of the Mississippi News Group, which he started in 2013 to cover communities across North Mississippi. He also founded the Mississippi Sports Group in 2006, which grew from a single community publication into a statewide network covering high school and college athletics. He reports on local government, public safety, schools and community life in Corinth and Alcorn County, working from public meetings, agency records and interviews with the people involved. Contact him at editor@alcornnewsms.com with news tips or corrections. For a correction, include the article link and supporting source material.
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