Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Leflore and Sunflower Counties in Mississippi

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for portions of northwestern and north-central Mississippi. The alert was issued at 8:20 PM CST following radar-indicated activity in the region.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the following geographic regions:

• Northeastern Sunflower County in northwestern Mississippi
• Northern Leflore County in north-central Mississippi

At 8:20 PM CST, a severe thunderstorm was located over Drew, or near Ruleville, moving southeast at 30 mph. The storm is expected to be near Minter City around 8:30 PM CST and Schlater around 8:35 PM CST.

Expected Conditions

According to radar indications, the following conditions are expected:

• Wind: Gusts reaching up to 60 mph, which may cause damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
• Hail: Quarter-size hail (up to 1.00 inch) is possible, which can cause damage to vehicles.

What You Should Do

For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Residents should stay away from windows and remain indoors until the storm has passed the area.

Timeline

The warning is effective immediately as of 8:20 PM CST and is scheduled to expire at 8:45 PM CST on February 26, 2026.