Right now is the time to make your plans for contending with a storm. Your main objective, of course, is to make sure you and your family are as safe as possible. Your second aim should be to protect your property. More >>
Now is the time to get prepared before the threat of a storm. A well-stocked pantry can make living without power or running water much easier. Home Economist Nancy Freeman offers this checklist to help you get ready.More >>
MDOT's Hurricane Evacuation Guide features a detailed map of designated alternate routes should an evacuation be declared this hurricane season. It also includes contact information for road conditions for the Gulf Coast states, lodging, human and animal shelters, as well as radio coverage maps.More >>
A pet-friendly shelter will be located at Harrison Central High School this year. You must pre-register if you think you will need space at the shelter in the event of a mandatory evacuation. You can pick up registration forms at the Humane Society of South Mississippi on Highway 49.More >>
Wednesday, March 13 2013 6:54 AM EDT2013-03-13 10:54:08 GMT
It's been more than six months since Hurricane Isaac drenched the Gulf Coast devastating homes and lives. Tuesday, some residents in the area gave us progress report on recovery.More >>
It's been more than six months since Hurricane Isaac drenched the Gulf Coast devastating homes and lives. The rising waters in August left people stranded and waiting to be rescued in Jackson County's Helena community. Then, there was the difficult job of cleaning up. Tuesday, some residents in the area gave us progress report on recovery.More >>
Thursday, March 7 2013 6:54 AM EST2013-03-07 11:54:01 GMT
People who live in Jackson County can now ride out hurricanes in a safe and comfortable environment. That's because the last of three new storm shelters opened Wednesday in the St. Martin area.More >>
People who live in Jackson County can now ride out hurricanes in a safe and comfortable environment. That's because the last of three new storm shelters opened Wednesday in the St. Martin area. Doug Walker shows us why protecting yourself just got a lot easier.More >>
Tuesday, September 25 2012 6:54 AM EDT2012-09-25 10:54:13 GMT
The thousands of volunteers that converged on South Mississippi to help storm victims after Hurricane Katrina are showing up again to help residents recover from Isaac.More >>
The thousands of volunteers that converged on South Mississippi to help storm victims after Hurricane Katrina are showing up again to help residents recover from Isaac. We caught up with Curt Hencye, who says he's affectionately called "the Disaster Pastor."More >>
Friday, September 21 2012 5:21 PM EDT2012-09-21 21:21:47 GMT
The U. S. Small Business Administration has approved more than $1 million in Disaster Assistance Loans for residents and businesses in Mississippi affected by Hurricane Isaac. More >>
The U. S. Small Business Administration has approved more than $1 million in Disaster Assistance Loans for residents and businesses in Mississippi affected by Hurricane Isaac.More >>
Thursday, September 13 2012 6:54 AM EDT2012-09-13 10:54:42 GMT
There's still no answer as to why the Turkey Creek levee system isn't working the way it should. Wednesday, city engineers walked through the pipes that are supposed to keep water from coming in...More >>
There's still no answer as to why the Turkey Creek levee system isn't working the way it should. Wednesday, city engineers walked through the pipes that are supposed to keep water from coming into the neighborhood. The pipe that was thought to be the problem was actually sealed shut, putting them back at square one.More >>
Tuesday, September 11 2012 6:54 AM EDT2012-09-11 10:54:37 GMT
Piles of storm debris lining streets across Jackson County will soon disappear. The county is preparing to pick up the debris on Wednesday.More >>
Piles of storm debris lining streets across Jackson County will soon disappear. The county is preparing to pick up the debris on Wednesday. Residents said the pickup will help restore order in their communities after Hurricane Isaac left them in chaos.More >>
Tuesday, September 11 2012 6:54 AM EDT2012-09-11 10:54:36 GMT
It is a common sight throughout the Orange Grove community of East Jackson County; soggy carpeting and ruined belongings are piled at the curbside.More >>
United Methodist volunteers spent the day Monday helping flood victims in East Jackson County. Dozens of homes in the Orange Grove community sustained water damage from Hurricane Isaac one week ago. For the first time, many longtime residents are talking about moving to higher ground.More >>
Tuesday, September 11 2012 6:52 AM EDT2012-09-11 10:52:12 GMT
Numerous sections of concrete sidewalks along Highway 90 that were completely rebuilt after Hurricane Katrina will have to be repaired or replaced once again.More >>
Numerous sections of concrete sidewalks along Highway 90 that were completely rebuilt after Hurricane Katrina will have to be repaired or replaced once again. Hurricane Isaac caused extensive damage to many areas, mainly on the west end of Harrison County. On Monday, MDOT started assessing the damage.More >>
Monday, September 10 2012 12:32 PM EDT2012-09-10 16:32:24 GMT
Information from JPMorgan Chase:NEW YORK, NY, September 10, 2012 - JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) today announced it will donate $250,000 to support relief efforts after Hurricane Isaac - $200,000 toMore >>
Chase announced it will donate $200,000 to the American Red Cross and $50,000 to the Greater New Orleans Foundation's Hurricane Isaac Relief Fund.More >>
Saturday, September 8 2012 1:00 AM EDT2012-09-08 05:00:31 GMT
In Hancock County, three crews are working long hours to clean up tons of dead nutria and debris Isaac left on the beaches. One crew is wrapping up while the other two are just getting started.More >>
In Hancock County, three crews are working long hours to clean up tons of dead nutria and debris Isaac left on the beaches. One crew is wrapping up while the other two are just getting started.More >>
The Hurricane Intercept Research Team (HIRT) is a locally based hurricane chase team that researches the affects of storm surge in a hurricane or tropical storm's landfall area.More >>
The Hurricane Intercept Research Team (HIRT) is a locally based hurricane chase team that researches the affects of storm surge in a hurricane or tropical storm's landfall area.More >>
The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale is a 1-5 rating based on the hurricane's present intensity. This is used to give an estimate of the potential property damage and flooding expected along the coast from a hurricane landfall. More >>
How much do you and your family know about preparing for and surviving a hurricane? Take our Hurricane Survival Test. You may be surprised at some of the things you will learn!More >>
The 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, known as the Hurricane Hunters of the Air Force Reserve, is the only Department of Defense organization still flying into tropical storms and hurricanes-- since 1944. Ride along with them in Cyberspace, and check out some unique photos from inside the hurricanes.More >>
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