In an effort to bring relief to Louisiana residents affected by the devastation brought on by Hurricane Ida, fire departments from along the Mississippi Gulf Coast have started supply drives. The Pascagoula Fire Department is asking for cleaning supplies, food items, and personal items. All donations can be dropped off at the Pascagoula Senior Center. Long Beach Fire Department is…
Extend a Hand, Help a Friend, Climb CDC, and Feeding the Gulf Coast of Gulfport all came together to host a drive-thru food drop to help out people impacted by Hurricane Ida. Over 300 families received boxes filled with everything needed to make breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Many cars passed through with Louisiana tags trying to get non-perishable food items…
Hurricane Ida entered the southwest part of Mississippi and left over the northeast part, damaging areas from the Gulf Coast to the Tennessee line. In a press conference today, Governor Tate Reeves and MEMA Executive Director Stephen McCraney accounted some of the damage that has been done to the area so far. As of today, 37,000 are still without power,…
River flooding has been a major concern for South Mississippi due to the heavy rainfall from Hurricane Ida. “When you live on the river, this is the stuff you deal with and 95 percent of the time, it is worth it.” For residents like Scott Tatham, who live in Wells Ferry Landing, river flooding is something he’s pretty used to….
Layla Jamison, a senior at George County High School, was critically injured in the highway collapse. She was transported to USA Medical Center in Mobile and listed in critical condition. A family member has now created a GoFundMe page to help her parents in the coming days. Hundreds of prayers from classmates, family members, friends, and nearby communities have been…
During the weekly Mississippi State Department of Health COVID-19 update, state health officials discussed already stressed hospitals, qualifications for monoclonal antibodies, and updates in COVID cases. MSDH reports over 2,900 additional COVID cases today and 81 deaths. During the month of August, more COVID cases were reported than any other time in the pandemic. As students returned back to school,…
Just days after Hurricane Ida blew through the Gulf Coast, local communities are stepping up to help those in need. In an area that’s seen significant damage, the George County Sheriff’s Office is collecting hurricane relief supplies for those impacted by Hurricane Ida. Drop-offs can be made at the George County Sheriff’s Office Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until…
The passenger and driver of a car stranded in Pascagoula flood water are safe thanks to a bold rescue from the Pascagoula Police Department. This happened Tuesday afternoon after Hurricane Ida made its way through the Gulf Coast. Officer Murphy and Sgt. Collier jumped right in the rising flood waters to save the two individuals trapped in the swamped car….
After a dire 2020, the restaurant industry is staging a comeback, but it still faces headwinds and Americans are stocking up on toilet paper. Jane King is in New York with those stories and more. Categories: Business Tags: morning business report
The Biloxi Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing woman. Family members reported 22-year-old Sierra Pugh missing on August 31st. Pugh was last seen in Biloxi on or about July 4th, 2021. It is believed she may be in New Orleans. Pugh is described as being about 5 feet tall and weighs about 120 pounds….
A surface low associated with Tropical Depression Ida will continue to move NE, dragging a weak cold front into south Mississippi Thursday morning. Northwesterly flow aloft will develop across the area today between the upper level High pressure over Texas and Ida over the eastern CONUS. The frontal boundary draped southwest of Ida will move southward across Tennessee this morning,…
A surface low associated with Tropical Depression Ida will continue to move NE, dragging a weak cold front into south Mississippi Thursday morning. Northwesterly flow aloft will develop across the area today between the upper level High pressure over Texas and Ida over the eastern CONUS. The frontal boundary draped southwest of Ida will move southward across Tennessee this morning,…
The end of August signifies the end of our meteorological summer, but the heat lingers for a while longer. In a real world sense that doesn’t mean much as the meteorological seasons are just 3 month blocks just to simplify record keeping, and fall won’t truly start until the equinox on the 22nd of September. Either way, we all know…
Just over two weeks out from the first game of the season, the Saints have relocated to Dallas where the team has been holding practice at the Cowboys’ AT&T Stadium due to Hurricane Ida. Over the weekend, the team evacuated New Orleans ahead of the storm, which has left much of New Orleans and the surrounding areas without power after…
Saturday morning, before Hurricane Ida took its toll on the Gulf Coast, the sun was shining in Moss Point as Phoenix Suns Guard Devin Booker returned to the River City to unveil two refurbished basketball courts in the community. Booker, along with the 2K Foundation and the artist Mister Cartoonist, designed two outdoor courts for the city in which the…
The Mississippi Aquarium opened again after initially closing for Hurricane Ida. The aquarium opened for free today as a way to bring the community together after Hurricane Ida. The aquarium will return to normal hours starting tomorrow. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Mississippi Aquarium
George County High School came together to pray for senior Layla Jamison this evening as she remains in critical condition, undergoing multiple surgeries and fighting for her life. On the GCHS campus, prayers, tears, and strength for Layla, her family and others involved in the road collapse on Highway 26 brought the George County community together. Many student who didn’t…
The end of August signifies the end of our meteorological summer, but things won’t feel fall-like for some time. In a real world sense that doesn’t mean much as the meteorological seasons are just 3 month blocks just to simplify record keeping. Fall won’t truly start until the equinox on the 22nd of September. Either way, we all know it…
On their Facebook page today, George County High School announced one of their seniors was critically injured in the highway collapse. Layla Jamison was transported to USA Medical Center in Mobile and is listed in critical condition. Categories: Local News, News Tags: George County, Layla Jemison, Road Collapse
Two people are dead and ten more injured after a portion of a road collapsed in George County. Forty-two-year-old Jerry Lee of Lucedale and 49-year-old Kent Brown of Leakesville were killed. George County resident Barbara Cochran lives near the scene of the accident. She said, “It was like a thud. It felt like a tree had fallen on my house….
Comeback Coolers will respond to Hurricane Ida this Saturday, September 4th. Currently they are accepting donations of packed coolers, kid coolers, and linemen’s buckets. Comeback Coolers provides support and aid to those in need at a very difficult time of recovery and rebuilding following a devastating storm event like Hurricane Ida. On the Comeback Coolers Facebook page, over $10,000 has…
Casinos across the Coast closed on Saturday as Hurricane Ida approached. The Mississippi Gaming Commission went by each casino to verify there were no damages and they were ready to open. Eleven out of the 12 casinos are open. Silver Slipper in Hancock County is still closed and will open Wednesday at 10 a.m. Out of all the casinos, Island…
After last night’s rainfall, the Tchoutacabouffa River crested this morning at 15.43 feet. The rain levels are more than seven feet over flood stage, but should slowly start to fall in to Wednesday. Many Wells Ferry Landing residents have parked their cars along Highway 67, just north of D’Iberville and south of D’Iberville High School to make sure their cars…
As evacuees head back to their homes following the storm, parts of South Mississippi are experiencing traffic issues. The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department has been present at some off ramps and closing them intermittently for safety. Also, Highway 90 in Harrison County remains closed as crews work to clean up sand accumulation and debris from that roadway. Categories: Local News,…