Harrison County EMA gives update on weather going forward
The Winter Weather Advisory is expiring for South Mississippi, but we’re still looking at a hard freeze tonight. News 25 spoke with Harrison County EMA Director Matt…
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1/21 - Rob Knight's "Winter Weather" Friday Morning Forecast
Light freezing rain/drizzle this morning will move east and transition back to liquid by mid-morning. A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY is in effect through noon. A deep layer…
Mississippi Power offering tips to prepare for freezing temperatures
With freezing temperatures entering our area, it is important to take action ahead of time to ensure you and your family are safe. Mississippi Power is offering…
Pets need warmth too as cold weather moves in
This is your reminder to bring those pets inside. If you can’t, the Humane Society has some quick tips to make sure your animals are safe. With…
Harrison County issued state of emergency in preparation for winter weather
Harrison County EMA held a meeting this morning to prepare for the winter weather. The Harrison County Board of Supervisors enacted a local state of…
Schools around the Coast preparing for winter weather Friday
Schools around the Gulf Coast are preparing for tomorrow’s winter weather. News 25 will continue to update this list as more information becomes available. Due to the threat of inclement winter weather that includes the potential for ice on roadways,…
1/19 - Rob Knight's "Potential For Winter Weather Ahead" Morning Forecast
A rather complex forecast scenario will play out over the short term period. High pressure will remain centered east of the area, and this will…
1/13 - Rob Knight's "Sunny & Cool" Thursday Afternoon Forecast
Today will be a quiet weather day locally while high-pressure to the west shapes the forecast. Any significant moisture return isn't likely to occur until sometime…
Tips for staying warm and safe on a budget
Most people want to stay warm and keep their heating bill low throughout the winter months. Here are some tips on how to stay warm, safe, and on a budget. People here in South Mississippi are not…
Driving safely on icy bridges
As record-breaking cold weather continues to grip most of the country, many interstates and highways have been shut down due to icy conditions. With another shot of freezing temperatures possible this week, MDOT is urging drivers to…
Jackson County prepares for wintry weather
Road crews and law enforcement agencies in Jackson County spent the day preparing roads for chilly weathers. Over in Pascagoula, the 14th Street overpass was shut down at 7 p.m. as a precaution and crews salted the…
MDOT urges drivers to stay off roads
Sustained sub-freezing temperatures and waves of frozen precipitation in nearly every county have resulted in ice on roads and bridges. MDOT crews have been treating with salt, brine, and slag, but the effectiveness of those measures decreases…
Half of the flights at Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport delayed or canceled
Half of Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport’s flights have been delayed or canceled as the winter storm freezes travel. As a major winter storm rolls across the country, travel has been slowed significantly. Early this morning, at least four…
Harrison County EMA advises drivers to stay off the roads during wintery weather
Harrison County EMA is advising residents to not leave their houses unless it is absolutely necessary. Staying off the roads is the best place to be with these wintry conditions, but if you have to travel give…
Winter weather preps in Jackson County
Jackson County officials are making their final preparations ahead of extremely cold temperatures tonight. News 25’s Grant Chighizola is in Pascagoula with more on the status of roadways in the city.
Naval Construction Battalion Center to have delayed start February 16th, 2021
NCBC Gulfport will have a delayed start of 10:00 on February 16th, 2021 due to extreme weather conditions. According to their Facebook pace, due to anticipated weather, please note the following for Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021: -Child and Youth Programs…
State of Emergency declared for Mississippi ahead of winter weather
Governor Tate Reeves and Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann signed a state of emergency for Mississippi in anticipation of the winter storm predicted to impact a large portion of the state. The National Weather Service is forecasting significant…
MDOT preparing for hazardous conditions
The Mississippi Department of Transportation crews are preparing the roads for winter weather. MDOT crews are pre-treating the roads and bridges with sodium brine, which lowers the freezing point of water and helps lessen ice formation. MDOT is preparing equipment…
Schools prepare for winter weather
With the cold weather making its way to the Gulf Coast, area schools want parents to be fully informed about the possibility of delays or cancellations of class. The Harrison County School District posted a statement on its Facebook page,…
Pizza delivery carries on during winter weather
When temperatures reach below freezing, like the past two days, schools and businesses begin to close and most families make it a point to stay inside where it’s warm. Because of that, some businesses are hurt, but Domino’s Pizza in…
Frozen beaches in South Mississippi
Now all the ice on the roads might be an unusual sight for South Mississippians, but what about a beach that is frozen solid? The intense winter weather has frozen the beaches of the Gulf Coast, leaving sheets of ice…
Winter weather school updates
Biloxi Public School District closed Wednesday, January 17th. Gulfport School District closed Wednesday, January 17th. Jackson County School District will be closed Wednesday, January 17th, 2018. Ocean Springs School District will be closed Wednesday, January 17, 2018. Harrison County School…
Winter weather school updates
All Moss Point School District Schools will be closed on Thursday, January 18, due to inclement weather. William Carey Tradition campus will open as scheduled on Thursday. Hattiesburg campus offices will open at 10:00 and classes will start at 10:15.…
MDOT crews busy salting bridges
A slight dusting of snow fell in Harrison County overnight and icy conditions on roadways caused the closure of multiple bridges. Today, crews with MDOT are out, salting bridges to prepare for a consecutive night of hard freezing. The Biloxi…