Flood Warning Issued for Harrison County, Mississippi

Source: NOAA · Harrison County, Mississippi

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NWS New Orleans has issued a Flood Warning for the Wolf River above Gulfport in Harrison County, with minor flooding expected from late tonight through early Tuesday afternoon.

What this NWS weather alert tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by NOAA on June 3, 2026 and geographically references Harrison County, Mississippi. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken — "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to — Weather Alerts — determines the regulatory framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, recalls, evacuations) are available to affected individuals and who holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

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Alert Details

A Flood Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in New Orleans LA. The alert is effective from May 9 at 7:44 PM CDT and remains in effect until May 12 at 1:00 PM CDT.

Affected Areas

The warning covers Harrison County, Mississippi, specifically the Wolf River above Gulfport, including areas near Landon and Gulfport.

What You Should Do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/lix.

Expected Conditions

Minor flooding is forecast. At 9.0 feet, Bells Ferry Road will be impassable with deep water on the east bridge approach. The river is expected to crest at 9.5 feet early Monday morning.

Timeline

The river is expected to rise above flood stage late tonight (onset May 10 at 5:42 AM CDT) and continue rising to a crest of 9.5 feet early Monday morning. The river is expected to fall below flood stage Tuesday morning. The alert expires May 10 at 11:45 AM CDT but ends May 12 at 1:00 PM CDT.

Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this NWS weather alert.

What is this NWS weather alert about?
NWS New Orleans has issued a Flood Warning for the Wolf River above Gulfport in Harrison County, with minor flooding expected from late tonight through early Tuesday afternoon.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Harrison County, Mississippi. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Weather Alerts updates?
Browse the full Weather Alerts feed on Areazine at areazine.com/weather/ for the latest updates from NOAA and other agencies.