Tornado Warning Issued for Northern Pike and Walthall Counties in Southern Mississippi

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in New Orleans LA has issued a Tornado Warning for northern Walthall County and northern Pike County in southern Mississippi. The alert was issued at 7:57 PM CDT and remains in effect until 9:00 PM CDT on March 11, 2026.

Affected Areas

The warning impacts the following regions in southern Mississippi:

• Northern Pike County
• Northern Walthall County

Specific locations in the path include McComb and Salem. The warning area also encompasses Interstate 55 in Mississippi between mile markers 14 and 24.

What You Should Do

TAKE COVER NOW! Residents in the affected area should move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building immediately. Stay away from windows.

If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter to protect yourself from flying debris. This line of thunderstorms is capable of producing tornadoes and widespread significant wind damage; do not wait to see or hear the tornado before taking action.

Expected Conditions

At 7:56 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms capable of producing both tornadoes and extensive straight-line wind damage were located along a line extending from near Summit to McComb.

• Hazard: Tornado and damaging winds.
• Source: Radar indicated rotation.
• Impact: Flying debris will be dangerous to those without shelter. Mobile homes will likely be damaged or destroyed. Expect damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles, as well as significant tree damage.
• Hail: Potential for hail up to 0.75 inches.

Timeline

The Tornado Warning is effective until 9:00 PM CDT. The storm system is moving east at 40 mph. Estimated arrival times include:

• McComb: Around 8:00 PM CDT
• Salem: Around 8:20 PM CDT