A tornado warning for Wayne County, Mississippi, that had been in effect until 9:30 a.m. CDT has expired, according to a Facebook post.
A tornado warning means a tornado has been sighted or indicated by radar and that people in the warned area should seek safe shelter immediately. The post did not provide additional details about damage, injuries or the origin of the warning.
Wayne County is in southeastern Mississippi, a state that frequently experiences severe thunderstorms and tornadoes, particularly in the spring months. Tornado warnings are issued to give residents and emergency responders time to take protective action.
Residents should monitor local media and official channels for updated information, follow guidance from local emergency management and check on neighbors who may need assistance. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
