Hinds County Department of Emergency Management

05/07/2026

: Special Weather Statement for Hinds County

A STRONG THUNDERSTORM will impact Hinds County through 9 PM

⚠️ Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny size hail⚠️

Locations impacted include...
Brownsville around 840 PM
Pocahontas around 850 PM

05/06/2026

: Special Weather Statement for Hinds County

A STRONG THUNDERSTORM will impact Hinds County through 5:15 PM

⚠️ Half inch hail⚠️

Locations impacted include: Brownsville, Pocahontas

05/06/2026

: TORNADO WATCH for Hinds County

🕗Until 11PM

🌪️ TORNADOES: A few Tornadoes Likely
🧊HAIL: Scattered Hail Up To Tennis Ball Size Possible
💨 WIND: Scattered Gusts Up To 70 MPH Likely

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05/06/2026

Severe weather is possible this afternoon—tornadoes are also possible. Stay prepared by having a severe weather plan, knowing your safe spots, and keeping an eye on warnings!
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05/06/2026

⚠️ Hinds County Weather Alert: Flash Flooding Risk

A Moderate Risk of Excessive Rainfall is in effect this afternoon into the overnight across central Mississippi.

🌧️ What This Means for Hinds County:
• Flash flooding is likely
• Some flooding could be significant
• Rapid rises in water possible in low-lying & urban areas
• Roads may quickly become impassable

🚨 Be Prepared:
• Never drive through flooded roads — Turn Around, Don’t Drown
• Have multiple ways to receive alerts, especially overnight
• Stay weather aware and ready to act quickly

This is a serious flooding setup — don’t wait until water is rising to make a plan.

05/06/2026

Here is your quick-reference Tornado Safety Guide 🌪️

📍 Where to Go
• Basement or Storm Cellar (Best option).
• Interior room (Closet or bathroom) on the lowest floor.
• Under a stairwell away from windows.

🚫 What NOT to Do
• Don’t shelter under overpasses or stay in mobile homes.
• Don’t try to outrun a tornado in your car.
• Don’t open windows; stay away from glass.

✅ After the Storm
• Wait for the official “All Clear.”
• Watch for downed power lines and debris.
• Check on neighbors once it is safe to move.

Plan ahead. Don’t wait until the sirens sound.

05/06/2026

Silver Alert - Hinds County - Jackson MS

A Silver Alert has been issued for Charles Kirland Jr. of Hinds County.

05/06/2026

⚠️ Hinds County Weather Update: Severe Storms & Flash Flooding Risk

We are tracking a significant weather threat this afternoon into early Thursday morning.

🌩️ Severe Storms (Enhanced Risk – Level 3)
• Damaging winds up to 70 mph
• Tornadoes possible (some could be strong)
• Large hail up to golf ball size

⏰ Timing: Mainly 4 PM – 1 AM

🌧️ Flash Flooding Risk (Elevated – Level 2)
• Heavy rainfall of 3–5+ inches in a short time
• Flash flooding likely, especially in low-lying & urban areas
• Roads may become flooded/impassable

⏰ Timing: After 1 PM through early Thursday

🚨 What You Need to Do
• Have multiple ways to receive warnings (including overnight)
• Avoid flooded roads — Turn Around, Don’t Drown
• Know your safe place now

Stay alert and be ready to act quickly if warnings are issued.

05/05/2026

🌮 Cinco de Mayo meets Taco Tuesday… which makes this the perfect time to talk WATCH vs WARNING. 🌮

TACO WATCH: You’ve got the ingredients, the grill is heating up… tacos are possible.

TACO WARNING: Tacos are being made RIGHT NOW. Plates are loaded. Salsa is flying. Take cover immediately. 🚨🌶️

Just like tacos, severe weather can go from “possible” to “happening now”.

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Stay safe and enjoy Cinco de Mayo and Taco Tuesday! 🌮

05/05/2026

⚠️ Severe weather is expected in Hinds County from Wednesday afternoon through early Thursday morning, with the potential for strong to severe storms across the area.

⏰ Timing: After 2 PM Wednesday and continuing overnight into early Thursday

🌩️ Main Threats:
• Damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph
• Hail up to golf ball size
• Tornadoes possible

⚠️ Storms may persist overnight, so have multiple ways to receive warnings, especially while sleeping.

✅ Be Prepared Not Scared:
• Charge devices now
• Enable weather alerts
• Know your safe place

Stay weather aware and monitor updates throughout the day.

05/04/2026

🚒 National Firefighters Day – Hinds County 🚒

Today, we recognize and honor the brave men and women of the Hinds County volunteer fire service who answer the call—day or night—putting service above self to protect our community.

Firefighting is more than responding to emergencies. It’s dedication, training, sacrifice, and always being ready when our citizens need help most.

To our volunteer firefighters: thank you for your courage, commitment, and selfless service. Hinds County is stronger and safer because of you.

Join us in thanking a firefighter today. 🔥🚒