Yazoo County Emergency Management Agency

10/15/2026

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 8 PM CDT FRIDAY FOR
PORTIONS OF SOUTHEAST ARKANSAS, NORTHEAST LOUISIANA, AND CENTRAL
AND SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI.....FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
SATURDAY EVENING FOR PORTIONS OF SOUTHEAST ARKANSAS, NORTHEAST
LOUISIANA, AND CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI...

The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from 9 AM to 8 PM CDT Friday. A Fire
Weather Watch has also been issued. This Fire Weather Watch is in
effect from Saturday morning through Saturday evening.

* WIND...North winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph behind a
cold front.

* HUMIDITY...Minimum Relative Humidity values between 25 to 40
percent.

* FUELS...Critically dry.

* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures will
create favorable weather for rapid fire growth and spread. Avoid
activities that promote open flames and sparks.

A Fire Weather Watch means that the potential for critical fire
weather conditions exists. These conditions could promote the rapid
spread of wildfires which could become life-threatening. Check
www.weather.gov/jan/fireweather for forecast updates and a
possible upgrade of this watch to a Red Flag Warning.

10/15/2026

Yazoo County is now under a burn ban until Nov 15th

10/14/2026

...A FIRE WEATHER WATCH IS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH EARLY FRIDAY EVENING DUE TO GUSTY NORTHWEST-NORTH WINDS, LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY, AND CRITICALLY DRY FUELS FOR PORTIONS OF SOUTHEAST ARKANSAS, NORTHWEST LOUISIANA, AND MUCH OF CENTRAL MISSISSIPPI...

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445 PM CDT Wed Oct 14 2026
..FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM CDT FRIDAY MORNING
THROUGH 8 PM CDT FRIDAY EVENING FOR PORTIONS OF SOUTHEAST
ARKANSAS, NORTHWEST LOUISIANA, AND MUCH OF CENTRAL MISSISSIPPI.

The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a Fire
Weather Watch, which is in effect from Friday morning through
Friday evening.

* AFFECTED AREA...PORTIONS OF SOUTHEAST ARKANSAS, NORTHWEST
LOUISIANA, AND MUCH OF CENTRAL MISSISSIPPI.

* WIND...North winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.

* HUMIDITY...Minimum Relative Humidity values between 25 to
45 percent.

* FUELS...Critically dry.

* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions
are forecast to occur. These conditions could promote
the rapid spread of wildfires which could become life-threatening.
Check www.weather.gov/jan/fireweather for forecast updates and a
possible upgrade of this watch to a Red Flag Warning.

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10/11/2026

📢 PUBLIC NOTICE – YAZOO COUNTY RESIDENTS

Controlled Pipeline Maintenance Near Tinsley Road

Yazoo County Emergency Management would like to inform residents that ExxonMobil will be conducting a controlled pipeline blowdown on its line near the production facility on Tinsley Road.

📅 Schedule:

* Monday: Beginning at 7:30 AM
* Tuesday and Wednesday: Work will continue during daylight hours only.

This activity is part of planned, controlled maintenance. Air monitoring will be conducted in the area during the operation as a precautionary measure.

Residents may notice noise associated with the pipeline maintenance. Please be aware that this is a planned operation.

Yazoo County Emergency Management will continue to keep the public informed as needed. We appreciate everyone’s patience and cooperation while this maintenance is being performed.

Please share this notice to help keep our community informed.

10/08/2026

Hurricane Isaias could result in gusty winds, with wind gusts in excess of 40 to 50 mph. This could cause downed trees and powerlines, blocked roads and potential for power outages. Please remain up to date on the forecast as this event remains a few days away and changes are possible in later outlooks.

Hurricane Isaias could result in flash flooding beginning Friday night, due to the potential for 2-4 inches of rain in a short amount of time mainly over northeast portions of our area.

10/07/2026

Tornado Siren Test is today at 11 AM

10/06/2026

By Saturday a tropical system will result in the potential for flash flooding due to two to four inches of rain in a short amount of time.

⚠️ A disturbance has a high chance of development into a broad low-pressure system over the southwestern Gulf mid to late week. Although development remains uncertain early week, environment likely supports gradual organization, with a tropical depression likely to form during mid to late week.

09/28/2026

Low humidity and occasionally breezy conditions will result in Limited fire weather danger especially across northern portions of the area through Tuesday. Extra caution should be taken with any outdoor burning or activities that create sparks near dry vegetation. Heed local burn bans.

09/22/2026

BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Jackson MS
719 PM CDT Mon Sep 21 2026

The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
South central Yazoo County in central Mississippi...
Southwestern Madison County in central Mississippi...

* Until 815 PM CDT.

* At 719 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Bentonia, or
15 miles northwest of Gluckstadt, moving southeast at 10 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.

* This severe thunderstorm will be near...
Flora around 725 PM CDT.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

&&

LAT...LON 3262 9009 3247 9024 3249 9025 3249 9029
3264 9047 3278 9029
TIME...MOT...LOC 0019Z 312DEG 10KT 3265 9031

HAIL THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX HAIL SIZE...1.00 IN
WIND THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX WIND GUST...60 MPH

09/21/2026

BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Jackson MS
527 PM CDT Mon Sep 21 2026

The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Southeastern Holmes County in central Mississippi...
Southwestern Attala County in central Mississippi...
Northeastern Yazoo County in central Mississippi...

* Until 630 PM CDT.

* At 527 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Franklin, or
7 miles south of Lexington, moving southeast at 10 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.

* This severe thunderstorm will be near...
Goodman and Pickens around 530 PM CDT.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

&&

LAT...LON 3314 8997 3297 8980 3288 8991 3288 8997
3284 8999 3283 9000 3283 9002 3279 9002
3278 9003 3299 9021
TIME...MOT...LOC 2227Z 319DEG 8KT 3300 9004

HAIL THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX HAIL SIZE...1.00 IN
WIND THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX WIND GUST...60 MPH