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NORTH MISSISSIPPI (TVMO) – The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency has issued a state wide warning for residents to prepare for widespread rainfall across the state after Tropical Storm Isaias makes landfall.
According to the latest forecast model from the U.S. National Weather Service, T.S. Isaias is expected to make landfall on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida at around 8:00 p.m. on Friday evening. After making landfall remnants of T.S. Isaias will move north through Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida.
Based on current forecasts models, T.S. Isaias will impact North Mississippi on Saturday afternoon with heavy rain and increased wind gusts up to 35 m.p.h. The excessive rainfall will increase the chances of flash flooding and wind damage across the region.
MEMA is encouraging Mississippi residents to take steps to help mitigate the impact of T.S. Isaias. Here are the steps MEMA are advising to take:
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Check emergency supplies. Have at least three days of drinking water and non-perishable food for every member of your household. Make sure you have medications, a first-aid kit, flashlights, batteries, important documents and other essential supplies.
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Charge electronic devices. Fully charge cell phones, portable battery packs and other essential devices before severe weather arrives.
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Secure outdoor property. Bring outdoor furniture, grills, trash cans and other loose objects inside or secure them so they do not become dangerous in strong winds.
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Clear drainage areas safely. Remove leaves and debris from gutters and storm drains where it can be done safely.
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Know your flood risk. Never drive or walk through floodwaters. Remember: Turn around, Don’t drown.
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Make an evacuation plan. Know where you will go, how you will get there and where you can stay if an evacuation becomes necessary. Make arrangements in advance for children, older adults, individuals with disabilities and pets.
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Stay informed. Monitor local weather reports and emergency information. Make sure Wireless Emergency Alerts are enabled on your phone and have multiple ways to receive warnings, including NOAA Weather Radio and the MEMA mobile app.
Remember to stay weather aware.
