Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeastern Lowndes County, Mississippi

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for southeastern Lowndes County in northeastern Mississippi. The alert was issued at 5:12 PM CST following radar indications of a severe weather system.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts southeastern Lowndes County. At the time of the alert, the severe thunderstorm was located over Columbus, moving southeast at a speed of 50 mph.

What You Should Do

For your protection, residents in the warning area should move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Stay away from windows and remain indoors until the storm has passed.

Expected Conditions

• Wind: Gusts of up to 60 mph are expected. Residents should prepare for potential wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
• Hail: Quarter-size hail is anticipated. This hazard is expected to cause damage to vehicles parked outdoors.
• Timing: The storm was tracked near Columbus around 5:15 PM CST.

Timeline

The Severe Thunderstorm Warning is effective immediately as of 5:12 PM CST on February 26, 2026. The warning is currently scheduled to expire at 5:45 PM CST.