US: Recovery operations continue following tornado damage in parts of west central Mississippi as of early March 25

Event

Recovery operations are ongoing following a tornado touchdown in Silver City, Humphreys County, and Rolling Fork, Sharkey County, Mississippi late March 24. The tornado tracked over northwestern Tchula, Holmes County, and along Highway 49 before impacting Winona City in Montgomery County and Amory City in Monroe County.

Authorities have confirmed at least seven fatalities in Sharkey County. Search and rescue operations are underway in Humphreys and Sharkey counties. Reports indicate that multiple structures are damaged, including the Sharkey-Issaquena Community Hospital. Authorities have stated that damage assessments are scheduled to begin in the morning. More than 21,000 people across Mississippi are without power, with the worst impacted Carroll, Humphreys, Montgomery, Sharkey, and Yazoo counties

Associated responses and tornado damage are likely to result in localized ground and rail travel delays in the coming days. Employees may be affected by possible business and school closures.

Advice

Monitor local media for updated emergency and weather information. Be prepared to quickly move to a safe location if new warnings are issued. Postpone driving until weather conditions improve. Charge battery-powered devices in case prolonged electricity outages occur.