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03/15 – Brantly's "More Heat Monday" Sunday Forecast

Near the surface, a ridge of high pressure will develop along the eastern seaboard on Monday. This will result in a light northerly wind flow developing overnight, followed by a light southerly wind flow redeveloping on Monday. A dry weather…

Heat stroke vs. heat exhaustion: know the signs

With today’s heat index already topping 115 in some locations, heat exhaustion and heat stroke are a big concern. It is important to stay hydrated, wear light clothing, and take breaks from the sun if you work outside. Make sure…

Keeping electric bills low in the summer

It is summertime and here in South Mississippi that means you probably have your air conditioner running to stay cool. That also means you might have noticed an increase in your monthly electric bills. News 25 spoke to Mississippi Power…

Gautier High Band prepares for season

As high school football season inches closer, local high school bands are beginning preparations for their season. The Gautier High Band is in the middle of their band camp as they get ready for the start of football season. A…

Heat wave safety tips

Well, the heat is ramping up on the Coast as we head into the weekend and that means people are finding ways to cool down. With highs now in the mid-90s and heat indices in the triple digits heading into…

Battling flames and temperatures in Biloxi

With temperatures creeping into the high 90s battling the heat is no easy task, but what about battling flames and extreme heat? When summer rolls around, firefighters are faced with that challenge on a regular basis. The Biloxi Fire Department…

A safe way to beat the heat

With the heat cranking up splash pads are open all over the Mississippi Gulf Coast. It’s a quick way and fun way to cool off this summer, but to ensure the good times keep rolling parents make sure to keep…

Consequences of leaving pets in hot cars

It’s really heating up out there and sometimes our furry friends end up feeling the burn. There is a city-wide ordinance in Biloxi that states if you leave an animal unattended in a vehicle and the animal appears to be…

Senior Matters: senior citizens and high temperatures

When we get older our bodies are just not the same as they use to be. So, when we deal with the high temperatures like what we have been dealing with lately for senior citizens this can be very dangerous.…

AMR plans for hot weekend

There is a heat advisory this weekend and the heat index is expected to reach dangerous levels. AMR is partnering with other local first responders to make sure everyone is staying safe. AMR plans on having ten plus total assets…

Staying safe during dangerously hot conditions

This weekend, dangerously hot conditions are expected with the heat index forecast to be between 103 and 107 degrees. “Usually dizziness and then everything starts getting blurry and after that you know something is wrong.” Nelson Alonso, amongst many others…

Staying safe during record high temperatures

98 degrees was a record high temperature set in Pascagoula yesterday. We barely even passed go with spring and we’re right into that summer heat again today with another record high for Gulfport with a temperature of 94. It’s easy…

Hancock County school bus too hot

Hancock County students are dealing with extreme temperatures on the bus ride home. News 25’s Caroline Eaker talks with the school district and upset parent about the hot bus. Many parents across Hancock County are upset after seeing a Facebook…

Extreme heat on the Gulf Coast

Sweltering heat has invaded Mississippi and the entire southeastern United States. The combination of humidity and temperatures in the upper 90s will make it feel like it is well above 100 degrees out. Forecasters say it is possible the heat…

Preventing hot car deaths

As we head into the dog days of summer, the heat is turning up. Here on the Coast, the heat indices will be well into the 100s through the end of the week and you need to keep safety in…

Keeping your kids safe in the heat

The hot temperatures are starting to rise and it’s important to keep your children safe from the heat. News 25’s Taylor Rubach explains the dangers of locking your kids in a hot car unattended. You could be running into the…

Energy Saving Tips

July in South Mississippi is known as the dog days of summer. There are ways to keep that energy bill low even though the temperatures are high. Mississippi Power representatives urge residents to keep their thermostats around 78 degrees. If…

Staying Safe in Extreme Heat

We here in South Mississippi know all too well about extreme heat and high temperatures. With the heat index on the rise, it’s important to stay up to date on how to stay cool and safe during heat emergencies. Heat…