Headline:
Flood Advisory issued June 19 at 11:47PM CDT until June 20 at 2:45AM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 19, 2026 - 9:47pm
Expires:
June 20, 2026 - 12:45am
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Northern Jackson County in southern Mississippi...
* WHEN...Until 245 AM CDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Overflowing poor drainage areas. Some low-water crossings may
become impassable.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 1147 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the advisory area. Up to 2.5 inches of rain have
fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are expected over
the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Vancleave, Wade, Hurley and Big Point.
- Due to already very saturated grounds and high rivers, any
additional rainfall will quickly turn to run off and may lead to
some flooding.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description:
Jackson, MS
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov