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Yazoo County urges reporting of roadway debris

A social media post on Facebook urged drivers in Yazoo County, Mississippi, to report any obstructions or debris in the roadway by calling 662-746-0014, the post said.

The notice asked callers to provide the location so crews can be sent to remove hazards, a step that can reduce the risk of crashes and damage to vehicles. Officials did not provide a timeline for removals in the post.

The post also advised motorists to “be careful and slow down while traveling,” underscoring the immediate safety concern when debris or obstructions are present on public roads.

Yazoo County, located in central Mississippi, relies on resident reports and routine road maintenance to keep roadways clear. Prompt reporting can help local response teams identify and address hazards more quickly. We will provide more information as it becomes available.

Jon Myers

Jon Ross Myers founded Mississippi News Group in 2013. Before founding the organization, he worked at The Daily Mississippian, The Marion Salute and The Southern Sentinel. A Mississippi journalist and writer based in Ripley, he received second place in poetry in the 2025 William Faulkner Literary Competition for "The Garden."