Keeping safe during cold weather
When it gets cold like this and we think of fires, it’s usually about how to light one in our fire places, but when the temperature drops, potential fire hazards go up. In a matter of seconds,…
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Prepping for possible wintery weather
Forecasters are saying there is a potential wintery precipitation in some parts of the south over the weekend, including some parts of Mississippi. While most of the year the only weather Gulf Coast residents have to worry…
Firework safety tips
If you plan on ringing in the new year with a bang by setting off fireworks here are a few tips to keep in mind to keep everyone safe. Biloxi Fire Department Deputy Chief Caleb Hudson tells…
Keep pets safe during NYE fireworks
Fireworks are fun and colorful for us, but the loud sounds scare our fur babies. The Humane Society of South Mississippi shares some tips and tricks to keep your pet calm while celebrating the new year with…
MDOT offers winter travel safety tips
The Mississippi Department of Transportation has some tips for drivers traveling this holiday season. Although South Mississippi may not experience your typical snowfall, weather conditions can change quickly, and they are prepared to respond to any winter…
The Goula Grinch returns for the holiday season
With the holidays in full swing and lots of holiday shopping that usually means the Goula Grinch starts to make headlines again in Jackson County. On Friday, November 20th, the Goula Grinch was granted parole due to…
MHP increasing law enforcement for the holidays
Mississippi Highway Patrol is beginning its 2020 holiday travel enforcement period today. MHP is looking to crack down on reckless driving while combating speeding and distracted driving issues. Starting earlier this morning and ending Sunday at midnight,…
Gulfport Fire Department offers holiday cooking safety tips
Thanksgiving is a time to gather loved ones and enjoy a good meal. However, preparing that meal can be dangerous if you’re not careful. That’s why the Gulfport Fire Department held a turkey cooking demonstration. Their goal…
Beware of porch pirates ahead of the holidays
The holiday season is here, a time for giving thanks and sending love to friends and family, but for many the holiday season is a golden opportunity for theft. This year, more than ever, many are taking…
Gulfport PD kicking off Click it or Ticket campaign
As people prepare to hit the roads this holiday season, the Gulfport Police Department is asking everyone to remember one simple step that can save lives. Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel seasons on America’s roads…
Treat intersections as four-way stops when traffic lights are down
Although power is slowly coming back to the Coast, many intersections and traffic signals are still without power. Local police departments have issued an advisory to treat all inoperable traffic signals as four-way stops. Here are the…
Generator safety tips
If high winds and heavy rain knock out your power during Hurricane Zeta, a generator can help restore power to your home. Ochsner Health offers the following generator safety tips: Always follow manufacturer instructions when setting up a generator. Never use a…
Law enforcement encouraging residents to stay off roads during the storm
Local law enforcement is gearing up for Zeta this evening and staying off the roads is the message first responders want to relay to residents on the Coast. The Biloxi Police Department has rearranged the number of…
Six foremen at Ingalls recognized for workplace safety
Huntington Ingalls Industries announced today that six foremen from its Ingalls Shipbuilding division have been recognized for leading their crews to achieve accident-free safety records for more than five consecutive years. “The safety of our shipbuilders is our top priority,…
Mississippi Highway Patrol to be out in full force Labor Day Weekend
The Labor Day Holiday Weekend is just days away, but did you know it is also the third deadliest holiday for drivers with an average of 443 people killed in accidents during this time of year. Mississippi Highway Patrol will…
Wiggins Police Department monitoring school zones
Today, the Wiggins Police Department was outside of school zones reminding drivers to slow down as Stone County schools return next week. With school back in session next week for Stone County, the Wiggins Police Department is helping to remind…
Gulfport High robotics department designs shields for football team
In an effort to adjust to the new normal when it comes to high school sports, the Gulfport high football team has a new addition to their iconic orange and blue helmet this year. After learning that Clinton Brawley and…
Mississippi Aquarium update amidst COVID-19
The Mississippi Aquarium in Gulfport delayed the original grand opening a few times. The aquarium is now set to open August 29th. The Mississippi Aquarium is moving right along schedule after having to delay their opening. President and CEO Kurt…
Staying safe while swimming
Local officials and residents are sharing their water safety tips while swimming. On Friday evening, the popular swimming area on Wolf River near the Bells Ferry Bridge was filled with swimmers despite the tragedy that occurred on Thursday. For local…
Remember safety first when heading into the holiday weekend
Fire departments throughout South Mississippi are going above and beyond the call of duty to help protect people as we head into the holiday weekend. The skies light up each Fourth of July as we celebrate Independence Day and like…
Jackson County School District announces reopening plan for August
The Jackson County School District has released more information on their school reopening plan as students prepare to return to school during the coronavirus outbreak. However, some local parents are still concerned. It’s a summer unlike any other as the…
Keeping pets safe during fireworks
Fourth of July is just a few days away. For the employees at Jackson County Animal Shelter that means they are about to see a lot more animals. Shelter employees say the Monday after the Fourth of July is one…
Preventing hot car deaths
In 2019, a staggering number of children died of vehicular heatstroke. The Biloxi Fire Department tells News 25 that it only takes ten minutes for a car to become dangerously hot for children. They also say that cracking the windows…
How Biloxi Fire Department is keeping you safe during COVID-19 pandemic
Everyday firefighters work to keep our community safe, but now they have another battle to fight: COVID-19. Emergencies do not stop because of a global pandemic so firefighters have had to change their protocol when helping the public. Every day…