Pontotoc County Emergency Management

10/20/2026

10/20/2026

Pontotoc County is now included in these burn bans. NO OUTDOOR burning is allowed under the ban. This covers fire pits also. Contained gas and charcoal grills are allowed.

09/16/2026

08/26/2026

MEMA is conducting a survey of the public to determine hazards and risk, understand community concerns, recent changes in our area, and how we can mitigate issues in the futures. If you live in any of the Counties listed, please take the time to complete the survey.

08/18/2026

Due to an issue with AT&T, all admin lines are down at Pontotoc 911 Communications. If you have a non-emergency issue, please call 662-509-3523 or 662-509-3524.

If you have an EMERGENCY, please dial 911.

07/30/2026

‼️Friendship Road Construction ‼️

Crews will begin repair work on Friendship Road tomorrow morning, July 30th. Expect slower traffic and delays. Please use alternate routes if at all possible.

05/04/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT | Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) Center Opens Monday in Pontotoc County.

If you experienced damage from the January 23–27 winter ice storm (DR-4899-MS), a FEMA/MEMA/SBA Disaster Survivor Assistance Center opens Monday, May 4th, at 8AM right here in Pontotoc County. This center is for all communities affected, including the City of Pontotoc.👇

📍 Pontotoc County DSA Location
Pontotoc County Agri-Center Conference Room
430 CJ Hardin Jr Drive, Pontotoc, MS 38863

🕐 Hours of Operation
Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

🏛️ At the DSA, trained specialists can help you with:
✅ In-person FEMA registration
✅ Disaster assistance information
✅ Referrals to recovery resources
💡 Can't make it in person? You can still apply:
🌐 Online: DisasterAssistance.gov
📞 By Phone: 1-800-621-FEMA (3362)
📱 FEMA App — available on iOS & Android

You can find more information on the Coronavirus (COVID-19) page and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website.

04/25/2026

Mississippi residents in 36 counties impacted by the January 23–27 winter storms (DR-4899) may be eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance.

📝 3 ways to apply:
• Online: DisasterAssistance.gov
• Phone: 800-621-FEMA (3362)
• FEMA App (download for free)

✅ Basic eligibility requirements include:
• U.S. citizenship or qualified status
• Identity verification (SSN or accepted documents)
• Proof of home ownership or occupancy
• Unmet needs not covered by insurance

If your home or property was affected, don’t wait—get the support you may qualify for today.