- Multiple tornadoes swept through Mississippi over the weekend.
- One tornado hit Louin, a small town east of Jackson, resulting in at least one fatality.
- Local authorities are warning of more severe weather expected in the afternoon.
Over the weekend, a series of tornadoes wreaked havoc in Mississippi, a state already experiencing severe weather conditions for nearly two weeks.
Local authorities are currently assessing the extent of the damage, with reported injuries and at least one confirmed fatality, according to a spokeswoman from the local trauma center.
One of the tornadoes touched down in Louin, Mississippi, a small town situated about 70 miles east of Jackson, during the late hours of Sunday night.
The South Central Regional Medical Center, located about 45 minutes south of Louin, has received 20 storm victims, one of whom has tragically passed away.
The remaining victims are in stable condition, with the majority already discharged from the hospital.
This recent weather event marks a significant event for the health system, as the last occurrence of a similar nature happened in April 2020, resulting in catastrophic damage elsewhere in the state.
Weather reporter, Jonathan Petramala, who was present in Louin during the tornado, emphasized the destructive power of the twister striking at night when people are usually asleep.
Volunteers from various regions have come forward to assist in search and rescue efforts. One rescue involved saving two elderly women who took shelter in their bathroom as their house was destroyed.
Footage captured by storm-chaser WxChasing reveals the extensive devastation in Louin, showing flattened homes and uprooted trees.
-WxChasing- Brandon Clement (@bclemms) June 19, 2023
The tornado in Louin is one of five reported tornadoes that occurred in Mississippi on Sunday, according to the Storm Prediction Center. Governor Tate Reeves has promised further updates as authorities continue to evaluate the damage caused by the storms.
Recent years have seen an increase in tornadoes striking further east in the US, affecting states like Mississippi and Arkansas. This trend has resulted in widespread damage, compounded by higher poverty rates and denser populations in these regions.
AP Photo/Jim Lytle
Mississippi Continues to Face Severe Weather
Mississippi has endured nine consecutive days of brutal weather.
Yesterday, a severe storm hit Hernando, a town near Memphis, Tennessee, causing destruction to homes and electrical infrastructure.
One resident expressed overwhelming nervousness, recounting it as the worst storm they’d ever witnessed.
Another resident, whose house suffered damage, expressed surprise at the severity of the storm.
Unfortunately, more severe weather is expected in South Mississippi this afternoon, with potential risks of damaging winds, hail, and additional tornadoes. Currently, nearly 50,000 residents in the central part of the state are without electricity.
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