Crews rescue occupants of submerged car in Forrest County
FORREST COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Rescue crews were able to rescue the occupants of a car that became submerged in floodwaters Tuesday in Forrest County. It happened in…
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Safe rooms opening in South Mississippi ahead of severe weather
SOUTH MISS, (WXXV)- Safe rooms are opening across South Mississippi due to the threat for severe weather and flooding over the next few days. The Poplarville, Carrier, and Picayune saferooms will open at 5 p.m. Wednesday in Pearl River County.…
City of Gulfport honors former Ward 2 Councilman Ron Roland
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulfport City Council honored former Ward 2 Councilman Ron Roland for his public service Tuesday afternoon. Roland suffered serious injuries after a…
Pet of the Week: Mike and Ike looking for forever homes!
Every other Wednesday we feature a pet up for adoption at the Humane Society of South Mississippi. Joining us as always, we’ve got Katie King…
Coast man sentenced for overdue child support, charged with child desertion
A Coast man has been sentenced after admitting he failed to pay more than $38,000 in child support. Attorney General Lynn Fitch’s office says 44-year-old…
City of Gautier declares State of Emergency
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gautier is also declaring a local state of emergency due to severe weather as well. Mayor Casey Vaughan has declared the emergency. The…
City of Ocean Springs declares State of Emergency
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Ocean Springs is declaring a state of local emergency. The proclamation comes due to the projected tropical disturbance in the Gulf.…
Tropical Storm Arthur forms as this year's first of the Atlantic Hurricane Season
MIAMI (AP) — The first tropical storm of the Atlantic hurricane season formed Wednesday near the Gulf Coast, bringing intense rain and the threat of dangerous flash floods to states including Texas and Louisiana, meteorologists said. Tropical Storm Arthur was a disorganized…
Safety tips for driving in inclement weather
Acadian Ambulances is sharing important reminders when it comes to driving in inclement weather. Those hazards range from slick roads to reduced visibility. Drivers are reminded to slow down…
Sandbag locations opening in South Mississippi
As heavy rainfall continues across South Mississippi all week long, sandbag locations are opening for residents along the Gulf Coast. In Hancock County, residents can find sand bags at the following locations: Hancock County Emergency Operations Center-18333 Highway 603 Hancock…