Starkville police urge residents to prepare for winter weather

The Starkville Police Department posted on its Facebook page urging residents to finalize preparations ahead of winter weather expected to arrive tomorrow night.

The department said residents should check emergency supplies, monitor the latest forecasts and make plans to limit travel if conditions worsen. Staying ready ahead of time, the post said, can make a big difference in keeping families safe.

The Starkville Police Department is the municipal law enforcement agency serving Starkville, Mississippi. Local police often use social media to share safety alerts and preparedness information when weather threats approach.

Winter storms can produce hazardous driving conditions, power outages and other emergencies. Officials and emergency preparedness agencies typically recommend assembling an emergency kit with water, nonperishable food, necessary medications, flashlights and phone chargers, keeping vehicles fueled and developing a family plan for shelter and communication.

We will provide more information as it becomes available.