Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued October 4 at 6:24PM CDT until October 4 at 7:15PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
October 4, 2026 - 4:24pm
Expires:
October 4, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 624 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy
rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have
fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are possible in
the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Meridian, Marion, Nellieburg, Toomsuba, Zero, Causeyville and
Savoy.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description:
Lauderdale, MS
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov