A Facebook post said a tornado warning was in effect for Lawrence and Lincoln counties in Mississippi until 1 a.m. CST. The post did not provide additional details about the storm’s path or impacts.
Tornado warnings indicate that a tornado has been sighted or indicated by radar and that people in the warned area face an imminent threat. Residents in affected areas should seek shelter immediately in a sturdy building, preferably in an interior room on the lowest floor away from windows, and avoid mobile homes if possible.
Tornado warnings are typically issued by the National Weather Service; they differ from tornado watches, which mean conditions are favorable for tornadoes to form. Severe weather can change rapidly, so officials urge people to monitor local broadcasters, weather radio, and mobile alerts for updates and evacuation instructions.
Those without access to real-time alerts should check with local emergency management or news outlets for more information. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
