Weather

Flooding in Jackson County

Residents in Jackson County are experiencing some major flash flooding. All of the water surrounding land-locked houses spilled in from river flooding in the wake of heavy rainfall. Jackson County Emergency Services Director Earl Etheridge said, “The river here is…

Staying safe on the road

As rainfall continues to increase, so does the likelihood of hazards in the roadway. The Gulf Coast has seen over three inches of rain since Thursday with two to three more inches expected through the start of the new year.…

Wet roads cause dangerous conditions

Earlier this morning around 5:30, one vehicle hydroplaned on Highway 49 near the Walmart Supercenter and the Red Roof Inn causing a crash. No one was injured in this accident either, but it does go to show the dangers of…