Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Franklin County, Mississippi

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Franklin County in southwestern Mississippi. This alert is effective immediately following radar-indicated threats in the region.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers Franklin County. At 4:07 PM CDT, the storm was located near Garden City, or approximately 11 miles west of Meadville. The following locations are in the path of the storm:

• Roxie and Kirby: Around 4:10 PM CDT
• Meadville: Around 4:15 PM CDT
• Bude: Around 4:20 PM CDT
• New Hope: Around 4:35 PM CDT
• Little Springs: Around 4:40 PM CDT

What You Should Do

For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Residents should seek shelter immediately to avoid potential injury from flying debris or falling trees.

Expected Conditions

Radar indicates the storm is capable of producing 60 mph wind gusts and nickel-size hail (up to 0.88 inches). Impact expectations include potential damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

Timeline

The alert was issued at 4:07 PM CDT and is scheduled to expire at 5:00 PM CDT on March 9, 2026. The storm system is currently moving east at a speed of 25 mph.