Tornado warning expires for Covington, Jones counties in Mississippi

A tornado warning for Covington and Jones counties in Mississippi expired at 10:30 p.m. CDT, a Facebook post said.

Tornado warnings are issued when a tornado has been sighted or indicated by radar and mean there is an imminent threat to life and property. Officials advise residents in the warned area to seek shelter immediately in an interior room on the lowest floor, away from windows.

Covington and Jones counties are located in south-central Mississippi and include both rural and residential communities. Weather threats such as tornadoes can develop quickly in this region, particularly during severe weather season.

Because the source information was limited to the social media post, local emergency managers or the National Weather Service may provide additional details about any damage or further watches and warnings. We will provide more information as it becomes available.