Jackson, Mississippi – Damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph could hit parts of Mississippi this afternoon and evening as isolated severe storms develop across the state. Residents from Jackson to Greenville and Tupelo are urged to prepare for heavy downpours, dangerous lightning, and sudden power outages as storms move in from the west.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, a Marginal (Level 1) severe weather threat will persist from 2 p.m. until 9 p.m. Wednesday. The greatest risks include strong, straight-line winds and localized storm damage. All of central and northern Mississippi, including major highways like I-55, I-20, and US 82, are at risk for rapidly changing conditions.
Communities such as Vicksburg, Greenwood, and Philadelphia could experience brief but intense storms that bring down tree limbs and scatter debris across roads. If you’re traveling this afternoon, stay alert for sudden lane closures and limited visibility from torrential rain. Lightning strikes may also cause localized outages…