Mississippi Power prepares crew for Ida
Mississippi Power began their preparations today for Ida’s landfall. The team has recently gotten off a storm call to make sure all of the employees know their storm roles and…
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Harbors along the Coast begin evacuations for Ida
Boat harbors across the Coast are calling emergency evacuation mandates for their occupants. One of the docks making this call is the Bay St. Louis Municipal Harbor. They…
Coast residents preparing for Ida
Sand bag locations are open across the Coast. At these locations, the bags and sand are provided but you must bring your own shovel. Many Coast residents put on their raincoats…
Biloxi VA Medical Center, Mobile CBOC Closed Monday, Aug. 31
BILOXI, Miss. – The Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System (GCVHCS) is currently monitoring Hurricane Ida. As a result of anticipated weather impacts, all appointments scheduled Monday, Aug. 30, at the Biloxi Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center and the Mobile Community-based…
Hurricane Hunters relocating aircrafts ahead of Ida
The Hurricane Hunters are relocating aircraft as Ida heads into the Gulf. The Wing’s two flying units, the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron and 815th Airlift Squadron, relocated their WC-130…
Coast Casinos closing in preparation of Hurricane Ida
Coast casinos are closing in preparation of Hurricane Ida. For the safety of guests and team members, Beau Rivage Resort & Casino will close on Saturday, August 28th in preparation for Hurricane Ida. The gaming floor will close at 2…
Harrison County Board of Supervisors Declare Local State of Emergency
On Friday, August 27th, 2021, the Harrison County Board of Supervisors declared a Local State of Emergency (LSE) in preparation of Hurricane Ida. Six Harrison County Hurricane Shelters to Open D’Iberville High School Shelter 15625 Lamey Bridge Rd, Biloxi, MS…
Vaccine event at Watertown USA at Flint Creek postponed
Due to expected inclement weather tomorrow, the COVID-19 vaccination event scheduled at Watertown USA (inside Flint Creek Water Park in Wiggins) will be postponed until next Saturday, September 4.
Top Five Tips to Keep Your Pet Safe in Natural Disasters:
Pack an Emergency Kit – Having a pre-packed “go bag” for your pet can crucial during an emergency. Be sure to include your pet’s vaccination documents, food and water, a week’s worth of any medications your dog may need, familiar toys…
Harrison County EMA recommends removing vessels from harbors
Harrison County Emergency Management Agency strongly recommends removing vessels from all harbors in Harrison County. Expectations are for a 7 ft. to 11 ft. storm surge along the Mississippi Gulf Coast from Tropical Storm Ida. Vessel movement should occur Friday…