Officials are reporting three heat-related deaths inside the Grand Canyon, all happening last week. Emergency crews found a 72-year-old man dead Friday along the South Kaibab Trail. In a separate case Tuesday, first responders found a 67-year-old man and 68-year-old woman along the North Kaibab Trail. Officials say temperatures inside the canyon can exceed 109 degrees, even in the shade. The deaths are a stark warning about the danger of hiking in extreme heat.
The section of Highway 26 in Stone County that was closed during the storm is now open. MDOT crews made repairs in the area around Rosalee Road on Friday.
First responders across Harrison County have been working around the clock rescuing people and helping families reach safety from floodwaters.
Governor Tate Reeves has issued a state of emergency as many South Mississippi rivers are reaching record high crests. Tyler Bell explains more from Woolmarket.
People in Stone County spent the day cleaning up their homes and neighborhoods after severe flooding tore through the area.