Alcorn County News

A cold snap is expected this weekend, with hazardous road conditions likely. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Cold Watch.

Mississippi authorities are redirecting traffic on key interstates as crews work to clear ice from roadways. Travelers are advised to exercise caution.

Officials urge caution around buildings and overhangs due to risks from sliding snow and ice slabs.

The National Weather Service warns residents in northwest Mississippi to avoid travel due to worsening icy conditions as temperatures drop below freezing.

The upcoming week will see a shift from frigid weekend temperatures to milder conditions, with highs climbing into the 40s.

Wild hogs, a non-native species, continue to spread across North America, causing significant damage in Mississippi. Authorities urge public cooperation in managing the problem.

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Mississippi Emergency Management Agency officials are touring storm-affected areas with Gov. Tate Reeves to assess recent winter weather damage.

Northbound I-55 from Grenada to Senatobia and westbound I-22 from New Albany to Holly Springs are closed until further notice for ice removal efforts, according to MDOT.

Trooper Lt. Stewart urges drivers to avoid traveling on Interstate 55 near Tate County due to dangerous road conditions, despite slow-moving traffic.