A Facebook post said a tornado warning was in effect for Lawrence and Lincoln counties in Mississippi until 1 a.m. CST.
Tornado warnings are typically issued by the National Weather Service when a tornado has been sighted or indicated by radar, meaning severe, life-threatening weather is imminent or occurring. Residents in the affected counties should assume the threat is real and take immediate action to protect themselves.
Safety recommendations for people in tornado warnings include moving to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building, staying away from windows, and avoiding mobile homes or vehicles if possible. If available, use a weather radio, local news outlets or emergency alert systems for updates.
Mississippi frequently experiences severe thunderstorms and tornadoes, and late-night warnings pose particular risks because people may be asleep and less likely to receive alerts. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
