Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tishomingo County, MS
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for central Tishomingo County until 5:45 PM CST, warning of 60 mph winds and quarter-size hail.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for central Tishomingo County in northeastern Mississippi. The alert was issued at 5:15 PM CST after radar indicated a severe storm capable of producing damaging winds and hail.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts central Tishomingo County. Locations in the path of the storm include:
- Iuka
- Tishomingo
- Midway
- Paden
- Oldham
- Mingo
- Holcut
- Petertown
- Carter Branch
At the time of the alert, the storm was located near Midway, or near Tishomingo State Park, moving east at 30 mph.
What You Should Do
For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Residents should stay away from windows and remain indoors until the warning has expired.
Expected Conditions
- Wind: Gusts up to 60 mph are expected, which may cause damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
- Hail: Quarter-size hail is possible, with damage to vehicles expected.
- Movement: The storm is tracking east at approximately 30 mph.
Timeline
The warning is effective immediately as of 5:15 PM CST on February 26, 2026. The alert is currently scheduled to expire at 5:45 PM CST.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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