Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Northeast Mississippi and West Tennessee Through 4:00 PM

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning (SVRMEG) for portions of northeastern Mississippi and west Tennessee. The alert was issued at 3:12 PM CDT following radar indication of a severe storm moving through the region.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions:

• Mississippi: North central Tippah County, Northern Tishomingo County, and Northern Alcorn County.
• Tennessee: Southeastern Hardeman County, McNairy County, and Southern Hardin County.

Specific locations impacted include Corinth, Savannah, Selmer, Iuka, Adamsville, Burnsville, Glen, Pickwick Dam, Theo, Shiloh, Walnut Grove, Pocahontas, Pineflat, Farmington, Walnut, Bethel Springs, and Middleton. Impacted recreational areas include Pickwick Landing State Park, J P Coleman State Park, and Big Hill Pond State Park.

What You Should Do

For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building immediately. Residents should stay away from windows and remain indoors until the storm has passed to avoid potential injury from flying debris or structural damage.

Expected Conditions

At 3:12 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Big Hill Pond State Park, moving east at 50 mph. The primary hazard identified is 60 mph wind gusts. According to the NWS, residents should expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Radar also indicates the potential for hail up to .75 inches.

Timeline

The warning is effective immediately as of 3:12 PM CDT on March 9, 2026. The alert is scheduled to remain in effect until 4:00 PM CDT.