Be careful with fireworks
As we prepare to ring in the New Year, some Coast residents may be ready to get their hands on fireworks, but those celebrating should take precautions to make sure they don’t end up losing them while setting them off.…
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Don’t forget to take care of Christmas trees
Now that Christmas has come and gone, some people who keep their Christmas trees throughout the month may not realize the dangers of Christmas tree fires if you do not attempt to keep up with taking care of them. Harrison…
New LED lights installed at Kiln-Delisle Street
After one deadly wreck and many complaints from parents, four new LED lights were installed today along Kiln-Delisle Road. The Hancock County School District ordered the lights from Coast Electric. This action comes less than a week after a mother…
Watching the bridges and overpasses during wintry weather
Vigilance: that’s what workers throughout South Mississippi have shown as they keep a watchful eye out to make sure residents in our areas are safe and warm. Popp’s Ferry Bridge Tender Jennifer Hudson works with Biloxi city leaders early Friday…
Monitoring Wintry Weather Conditions
News 25's Gina Tomlinson tells us more about the current weather conditions and how to be safe in your vehicle.
Preparing for winter weather
Emergency management officials along the Coast are preparing for what could be a wintery Friday morning. This includes the potential for icy roads and an extended period of cold temperatures. Biloxi Emergency Manager Michelle Crowley and Harrison County Emergency Management…
Cold weather safety for your pets
With some of the coldest air of the season headed to South Mississippi, it’s important to remember your pets. According to animal healthcare professionals, temperatures falling into the mid-40s can be problematic for outside pets, but if you can’t bring…
New security measures take effect at Coast Coliseum
Tonight’s the very first time guests will have to pass through metal detectors before entering the Coast Coliseum in Biloxi. Signs now hang outside the coliseum entrance notifying the public that the metal detectors are in use. Coliseum staff tells…
Heating equipment fire safety
With the drop in temperatures, many South Mississippians will be cranking up their space heaters and lighting fire places to keep warm. With heating equipment being one of the leading causes of home fire death, it is important to practice…
Firefighters spend Thanksgiving working to protect
Not everyone has the opportunity to spend Thanksgiving at home with their family. First responders all over the Coast are hard at work this holiday, making sure our community stays safe. An accident, fire or emergency could happen at any…
Safe driving during the holidays
With a high amount of traffic expected during the upcoming holiday weekend, it’s important to be aware of your surroundings. News 25’s Veronica Bayona hits the streets to talk to holiday travelers on safe driving techniques. Linda Hillman is getting…
Thanksgiving road trip preparation
With Thanksgiving Day just a few days away, many families are getting ready to hit the roads to visit relatives. News 25’s Veronica Bayona has a full report on how to prepare your vehicle before taking off on your holiday…
AMR safety tips for Thanksgiving
As we get ready to enjoy delicious Thanksgiving meals, AMR shares with us safety tips on how to prevent fires while cooking fried turkeys. News 25’s Veronica Bayona also gives us a closer look at AMR’s 27th annual Home for…
Bicycle, pedestrian and trails master plan
Jackson County cities are working together to transform the county into a safe bicycle and pedestrian friendly community. This week, the public is encouraged to attend one of the five input meetings aimed to help develop a bicycle, pedestrian and…
Pascagoula police want to be more transparent, add body cams
Ninety-five percent of police departments throughout the country are equipped with body cameras. Pascagoula police are now part of that statistic. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson spoke with officers who say the new body cameras will make their police force more…
Fourth annual Kids Safety Fair
Saturday dozens of kids and their parents filled Lynn Meadows Discovery Center in Gulfport for the fourth annual Kids Safety Fair. It was a day packed full of information on how to protect your children. There was information about Amber…
Staying safe while trick-or-treating
Last week, News 25 brought you news about vicious dog attacks in Gulfport. The initial report said multiple people had been attacked by two dogs near Pratt Avenue and 20th Street. Law enforcement seized two dogs in the area. Although…
Coast Coliseum strengthens security
The Mississippi Coast Coliseum is intensifying their security around the facility to better protect those attending events. On Tuesday, the Coliseum Commission voted to buy metal detectors and cameras and it’s all funded by a $65,000 grant provided by the…
Sexual offenders can hand candy out on Halloween
A growing list of states have laws restricting sexual offenders from participating in Halloween activities like passing out candy to kids trick-or-treating. Currently in Mississippi, there are no restrictions for sexual predators on Halloween night. Halloween is a night for…
Fall Severe Weather Preparedness Week
Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant has declared this week as Fall Severe Weather Preparedness Week. Mississippi is making the transition into fall and opening the severe weather season. According to the National Weather Service, the state has been hit by more…
The Great American Shakeout
Mississippi lies on the edge of the New Madrid fault zone. While it’s been more than 200 years since a major earthquake rattled our state, the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency wants to make sure our students are prepared should history…
Generator Safety
Generators are on the top the list for many who are preparing for Hurricane Nate, so it's critical those using them know how to do it properly First, make sure you have a battery operated carbon monoxide detector to detect…
MDOT Provides Safety Tips for Nate
As Tropical Storm Nate moves into the Gulf of Mexico, the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) advises the traveling public to prepare in advance, stay informed and know what actions to take to stay safe during and after severe weather…
Traffic for Gulfport Music Festival
With the two days of Gulfport Music Festival combined into tonight only, traffic may be a concern for concertgoers as well as Cruisers here on the Coast. Additional police officers will be staffed at the event which is expected to…