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Mississippi warns homeowners to prepare now for wildfire risk

JACKSON — The Mississippi Insurance Department is urging homeowners to prepare now for wildfire risk and to review insurance coverage

Homeowners whose properties were damaged in the May 6-7, 2026, storms are being urged to file insurance claims and notify

A local utility office asked electricians and homeowners on Facebook to call its office after repairing damaged weatherheads so crews

Policyholders should create a thorough household inventory.

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