Mississippi Power crews are now working to restore power to customers across the Coast. Officials say much of their distribution systems and transmission lines suffered significant damage during Zeta. Mississippi Power Spokesperson Jeff Shepard says getting the…
As folks from across the Coast clean up storm debris and survey the damage from Hurricane Zeta, campers at one local RV Park are sharing their storm experiences. For the owners and residents of Country Side RV…
Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann made a visit to the Coast today, meeting with local mayors to discuss recovery plans after Hurricane Zeta. He stopped at the Long Beach Harbor, moved to Pass Christian, and then Biloxi. Hosemann…
Governor Tate Reeves visited Hancock County this afternoon to tour the damage Hurricane Zeta left on the Coast. Reeves held a press conference outside a Bay St. Louis home that was knocked off its stilts last night…
Many people in South Mississippi woke up this morning with clearly visible signs of damage left in Hurricane Zeta’s wake. After a tumultuous night of wind, rain, and storm surge unleashed by Hurricane Zeta, the sun began…
As the sun arrived this morning, Hurricane Zeta’s destruction is exposed. News 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf spoke with a group of residents that rode out the hurricane. Many residents at Beachwalk Condos woke up this morning to devastation…
Harrison County Fire Chief Pat Sullivan and Harrison County EMA Director Rupert Lacy have issued a temporary emergency burn ban for Harrison County, as Harrison County is under a State of Emergency declared by Gov. Tate Reeves. This includes all…
Coast schools continue to update their schedule in the wake of Hurricane Zeta. All Long Beach School District offices and schools will remain closed on Friday, October 30, 2020. Biloxi Schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, October 30, 2020. This…
An Alabama man taking video while Hurricane Zeta came ashore in Biloxi has been identified as the person who drowned near the Broadwater Marina. Fifty-eight-year-old Leslie Richardson had been watching the storm Wednesday evening. Richardson called for…
Some Coast cities are updating curfews in the aftermath of Hurricane Zeta: The City of Gulfport curfew has enacted a dusk(6:00 p.m.) to dawn(6:00 a.m.) curfew that will expire Friday, October 30. City offices will be closed until Friday, October…
Due to damages caused by Zeta, the Jackson County Government offices will be CLOSED tomorrow, Thursday, October 29. At this time, they plan to resume normal business hours on Friday, October 30.
A Louisiana coroner is confirming the first known death from Hurricane Zeta, that of a 55-year-old man who was electrocuted by downed power lines. Spokeswoman Alyson Neel with the Louisiana Department of Health said Wednesday night that the death was…
If high winds and heavy rain knock out your power during Hurricane Zeta, a generator can help restore power to your home. Ochsner Health offers the following generator safety tips: Always follow manufacturer instructions when setting up a generator. Never use a…
Local law enforcement is gearing up for Zeta this evening and staying off the roads is the message first responders want to relay to residents on the Coast. The Biloxi Police Department has rearranged the number of…
The Mississippi Gaming Commission announced it is not mandating that casinos close for Hurricane Zeta, but did discourage people from visiting the gaming halls. “We have asked the properties to discourage patrons or staff from arriving at, or departing from…
Coast Transit Authority is offering rides to Harrison County shelters beginning at 1 p.m. CTA will transport people to these shelters for two hours beginning at 1 p.m. If you need to evacuate and are not registered with CTA, call…
Cities in South Mississippi are declaring curfews as an added safety precaution ahead of Hurricane Zeta's landfall tonight. "In anticipation of Hurricane Zeta's landfall, the City of Gulfport has issued a curfew. Residents are asked to be off the roadways…
Activities and events around South Mississippi have been cancelled or rescheduled because of bad weather associated with Hurricane Zeta: Temple Baptist Church, located at 3 Rivers Road and Dedeaux Road in Gulfport, will be closed Wednesday night. Harrison County is…
(WXXV) — As of 7 a.m. Wednesday, Air Force and NOAA Hurricane Hunter aircraft observations indicate that Hurricane Zeta has strengthened and now has maximum sustained winds of 90 mph with higher gusts. Some additional strengthening is forecast this morning.…
(WXXV) — As of 7 a.m. Wednesday, Air Force and NOAA Hurricane Hunter aircraft observations indicate that Hurricane Zeta has strengthened and now has maximum sustained winds of 90 mph with higher gusts. Some additional strengthening is forecast this morning.…
Cities across the Coast are making their preparations as Zeta continues its track through the Gulf and the City of Biloxi is asking residents citywide to remain weather aware. News 25’s Gulf Chighizola is in Biloxi with…
Mississippi Power is monitoring the track of Zeta and planning for potential impacts across the region, securing 350 additional resources to help the storm team with restoration. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Mississippi Power storm team members…
City officials in Gulfport are also putting in safety measures before Zeta reaches South Mississippi. Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes declared a state of emergency for the city late Monday evening. Also, the Gulfport Harbor was closed shortly…
The Saints came marching into Gulfport this afternoon and they came bearing gifts for the Harrison Central football program. The Harrison Central football program walked out to a big surprise Tuesday afternoon before practice. Brand new sleds, tackling dummies, tackle…