Winter Weather: 'Things Are Going to Get Worse Before They Get Better,' Governor Says

No confirmed weather-related deaths in Mississippi, governor says

No confirmed weather-related deaths in Mississippi, governor says JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – Gov. Tate Reeves says that the number of power outages is expected to rise throughout the day on Sunday, adding to the nearly 180,000 outages already reported across the state. Reeves says that freezing temperatures will remain, and ice will continue to accumulate, causing trees to fall. According to Reeves, 37 counties have been hit by ice and 47 by the we…

Winter Weather: 'Things are going to get worse before they get better,' governor says

About 47 Mississippi counties have been affected by the winter weather and 37 of those counties have ice, Gov. Tate Reeves said.

Gov. Tate Reeves mobilizing National Guard in response to winter storm

As much of Mississippi still fights the effects of Winter Storm Fern, which left behind frigid temperatures and ice in at least 47 counties, Gov. Tate Reeves is mobilizing the National Guard to help with response efforts. The Republican governor announced during a Monday afternoon press conference that he is deploying around 500 members, “with the exception that it is possible that those numbers will go up.” “We will deploy the Mississippi Natio…

Mississippi governor provides update on winter storm conditions

Gov. Tate Reeves issued a statement Friday evening regarding the ongoing winter storm impacting Mississippi, urging residents to stay safe and prepared.

Mississippi reports two deaths, widespread damage as winter storm continues

JACKSON — Governor Tate Reeves said Monday that Mississippi continues to respond to a severe winter storm that has left two people dead, dozens injured, and roughly 153,000 residents without power across the state. The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency reported one fatality in Hinds County and one in Tishomingo County. Two additional injuries have been reported in Hinds and Smith counties. Officials said life safety remains the state’s top…

Tate Reeves issues winter storm update

Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves posted a winter storm update on his Facebook page, alerting residents to developing weather conditions affecting the state.While the post provided limited details, updates from a governor's office typically inform residents about expected hazards and ongoing coordination among state and local agencies. Winter storms can bring…