JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI — A severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was detected early Tuesday morning near Edwards, about 10 miles west of Raymond, moving east at 45 miles per hour, according to the latest radar data.
At 1:59 a.m. CST, meteorologists issued a tornado warning as the storm intensified, with rotation signatures evident on Doppler radar. The storm’s path placed Clinton, Ridgeland, Madison, and Jackson in its projected impact area as it tracked rapidly eastward across Hinds County.
High Winds and Lightning Threat
Radar imagery showed heavy rainfall, intense lightning, and possible hail accompanying the storm. Wind gusts exceeding 60 mph were reported west of Jackson, with frequent cloud-to-ground lightning strikes illuminating the storm front across the I-20 corridor.
Areas including Flora, Bolton, and Raymond were under severe thunderstorm alerts, with residents urged to move indoors immediately and avoid travel until the system passes.
Officials Urge Nighttime Tornado Precautions
Meteorologists emphasized that nighttime tornadoes pose an increased danger, as many residents may be asleep and less likely to receive alerts. Jackson-area officials advised residents to keep phones charged and alerts activated, and to move to interior rooms or basements when warnings are issued…