Tornado warning expires for three Mississippi counties

A Facebook post said a tornado warning for George, Perry and Stone counties in southern Mississippi was in effect until 10:30 a.m. CDT and has expired.

The post did not provide additional details about damage or injuries. Tornado warnings, issued by the National Weather Service, indicate that a tornado has been sighted or is indicated by radar and that people in the warned area should take immediate shelter.

George, Perry and Stone counties are part of southern Mississippi, a region that periodically experiences severe thunderstorms and tornadoes, particularly during the spring and fall. Officials typically urge residents to have multiple ways to receive warnings, including NOAA weather radios, mobile alerts and local emergency information.

Residents in the affected counties should remain alert for follow-up statements from local authorities and the National Weather Service. We will provide more information as it becomes available.