A tornado warning for Pearl River County, Miss., expired at 9:30 a.m. CDT, a Facebook post said.
The brief post did not provide further details about damage or injuries. Tornado warnings are typically issued by the National Weather Service when a tornado has been sighted or indicated by radar, and they signal an immediate threat to life and property.
Pearl River County is in southern Mississippi, a region that can experience severe thunderstorms and tornadoes, particularly during the spring and late fall. Local emergency managers and weather officials often use social media, NOAA Weather Radio and wireless emergency alerts to notify residents of dangerous conditions.
Officials advise residents who receive tornado warnings to seek shelter in a sturdy building on the lowest level, away from windows. People in the area should monitor local media and the National Weather Service for any follow-up information. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
