It was only a week ago that a forest fire ripped through Jackson County. Today, the Mississippi Forestry Commission wanted to make sure Coast residents are ready if it were to ever happen closer to home. Residents from across the…
Pastors and priests who attended a disaster training luncheon now know more about what to do in an emergency in their place of worship. Local firefighters, police officers and pastors gathered in the Regions Banquet Room in the Knight Foundation…
While most locals have been taking cover during the severe weather, others were checking out the storm up close. Earlier today on the Gulfport beaches, some people got an up close sight of the heavy winds and rough waves. One…
News 25’s Kendra Turley has updates on the severe weather.
The city of Biloxi prepared for inclement weather in the area by spending most of the day clearing storm drains. Multiple crews hit nearly 200 stops earlier today to ensure the drains around the city were free of debris. The…
Local schools didn’t take any chances and many decided to let kids out of school early today to beat the storms home. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson checked in with some Long Beach schools before they checked out early for the…
News 25’s Kendra Turley joins us live with tips on how to stay safe throughout tonight’s severe weather.
The scene at Jones Park in Gulfport at 6 p.m. @WXXV25 The scene at Jones Park in Gulfport at 6 p.m. @WXXV25 pic.twitter.com/HC8GVgfKUB — Kendra Turley (@WXXVKendra) February 24, 2016
Harrison Co EMA monitoring weather. Wind speeds of up to 35 mph in Harrison Co @WXXV25 Harrison Co EMA monitoring weather. Wind speeds of up to 35 mph in Harrison Co @WXXV25 pic.twitter.com/wKQsngILLf— Shelby Myers (@wxxvshelby) February 23, 2016
Tornado warning for Harrison County is in effect until 6:15. Meteorologist Steve Taylor has more.
Governor Phil Bryant has issued a state of emergency today for all areas of the state that may be affected by current storms throughout the area. Harrison County is now under a thunderstorm warning until 6 this evening. Meteorologist Ryan…
Winds picking up in downtown Gulfport area. @WXXV25 Winds picking up in downtown Gulfport area. @WXXV25 pic.twitter.com/fwyeUaLCgs— Kendra Turley (@WXXVKendra) February 23, 2016
Currently no rain in downtown Gulfport but extremely windy. Watch @WXXV25 at 5:30 for updates Currently no rain in downtown Gulfport but extremely windy. Watch @WXXV25 at 5:30 for updates pic.twitter.com/F3ABBgyPDT— Shelby Myers (@wxxvshelby) February 23, 2016
On 2/23/16 at approximately 10 am, 21 Gulfport firefighters responded to a structure fire at New Jerusalem Baptist Church on 23rd Ave. No occupants were inside at the time of the fire and it was brought under control within 15…
Biloxi Public Schools leaders have announced that students will be dismissed from class two hours early today, and city workers have been removing leaves and other debris from storm drains in low-lying areas, as residents and businesses are being encouraged…
A Biloxi man faces multiple felony charges after allegedly assaulting a police officer during a traffic stop Monday. James Michael Magnusen Jr. Is booked on charges of assault on a police officer, possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute and…
The Harrison County School District will dismiss students two hours early today due to weather. Christian Collegiate School: 1 Pm George County Schools: 1 Pm Greene County Schools: 12:30 Pm Hancock County Schools: 11:30 Am Harper Mc Caughn Elementary getting…
News 25's Laurene Callander interviews Rupert Lacy on how to prep for severe storms.
Some state lawmakers are working to stop teenagers from soaking up rays at tanning salons. They cite evidence of an increased risk of skin cancers from using tanning beds, especially for high school and college-aged women. News 25’s Kendra Turley…
Some state lawmakers are working to stop teenagers from soaking up rays at tanning salons. They cite evidence of an increased risk of skin cancers from using tanning beds, especially for high school and college-aged women. News 25’s Kendra Turley…
The Gulfport Redevelopment Commission is looking to add a new hotel to the site the new aquarium will be built on. The commissioners met today and made that decision. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson was there to hear the announcement. Hundreds…
Blood banks in South Mississippi remain low but local Red Cross representatives are taking steps to improve the deficit. Today, the Red Cross stopped by USM’s Gulf Park campus in Long Beach to collect blood donations. Pepper Ginder, vice president…
You may want to think Domino’s Pizza for lunch or dinner this coming Wednesday, especially since a portion of proceeds are going to a good cause. Nearly two weeks ago, a fatal car crash claimed the lives of Concepcion Matute…
With flu season underway, it is a good time to be prepared and get a flu shot. Polk’s Drugs in Biloxi is currently giving free flu shots until supplies run out. On Friday, Mississippi had its first flu-related death of…