Officials encourage severe weather awareness
Strong storms have already downed trees in the metro
Updated: 6:48 PM CST on February 11, 2024
The Mississippi Department of Transportation as well as the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency work to spread public safety awareness during severe weather advisories. Tate Reeves declared Feb. 11-17 as the state's Spring Severe Weather Preparedness Week. The purpose is to ensure that the public is aware of the dangers that weather can cause, such as tornadoes, hail and flooding. Sunday afternoon's storms caused thousands of power outages and downed trees in the subway. “Our primary concern will always be loss of life and protection of lives,” said Mallary White, MEMA communications director. Officials are encouraging people to find a safe place. During severe weather, and if you are driving on roads, they recommend driving slowly and eliminating distractions.
The Mississippi Department of Transportation as well as the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency work to spread public safety awareness during severe weather advisories.
Gov. Tate Reeves has declared Feb. 11-17 as the state's Spring Severe Weather Preparedness Week.
The purpose is to ensure that the public is aware of the dangers that weather can cause, such as tornadoes, hail and flooding.
Sunday afternoon's storms knocked out power to thousands and toppled trees in the subway.
“Our primary concern will always be loss of life and protection of lives,” said Mallary White, chief communications officer at MEMA.
Officials encourage people to find a safe place during severe weather, and if you are driving on the roads, they advise driving slowly and eliminating distractions.
