Tornado Warning Issued for Lincoln and Lawrence Counties in Mississippi Until 9:00 PM CDT

Weather Alerts high NOAA · · South Central Mississippi

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning for southeastern Lincoln and southern Lawrence counties as a dangerous storm moves east at 45 mph.

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Jackson, MS, has issued a Tornado Warning for parts of south central Mississippi. The alert was issued at 7:53 PM CDT and is effective until 9:00 PM CDT on March 11, 2026.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions:

  • Southeastern Lincoln County in south central Mississippi
  • Southern Lawrence County in south central Mississippi

What You Should Do

TAKE COVER NOW! Residents in the warning area should move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Stay away from windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter immediately to protect yourself from flying debris.

Expected Conditions

At 7:53 PM CDT, radar indicated a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado near Summit or McComb, moving east at 45 mph. Hazards include radar-indicated rotation and potential hail up to 0.75 inches.

Impacts include:

  • Dangerous flying debris for those without shelter
  • Damage or destruction of mobile homes
  • Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles
  • Likely tree damage

Timeline

The warning is in effect until 9:00 PM CDT. The storm is expected to reach the following locations at these approximate times:

  • Jayess and Ruth: 8:00 PM CDT
  • Topeka: 8:05 PM CDT
  • Tilton: 8:15 PM CDT
  • Oak Vale: 8:25 PM CDT

Source: NOAA Official Notice

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this weather alerts alert about?
The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning for southeastern Lincoln and southern Lawrence counties as a dangerous storm moves east at 45 mph.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects South Central Mississippi. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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