Storms Injure at Least 17 and Damage Hundreds of Buildings in ...
State officials were assessing the damage on Thursday from tornadoes that ripped through the southern part of the state overnight.
www.nytimes.comThe latest reported Mississippi tornado event was on May 6–7, 2026, when multiple tornadoes tore through central, west, and southern Mississippi, damaging hundreds of homes and injuring at least 17 people, with no confirmed deaths as of the latest reports.[1][2][3]
What was reported
- Officials said the worst damage was in Lincoln and Lamar counties, with more than 300 to 500 homes damaged across several counties.[2][3][1]
- Power outages affected more than 19,000 customers early Thursday, and several roads were closed because of debris and downed lines.[4][1]
- The National Weather Service reported a tornado emergency and said damage surveys were underway to determine the strength of the tornadoes.[1][4]
Current status
- As of the latest coverage, there were no confirmed fatalities, though shelters were open and recovery efforts were ongoing.[2][1]
- Emergency officials asked residents to avoid damaged areas while crews cleared roads and assessed the damage.[4][2]
Main areas hit
- Lincoln County saw major damage, including a mobile home park and more than 200 damaged homes.[3][1]
- Lamar County also reported severe destruction, with roughly 275 homes affected.[3]
- Franklin County and areas near Bude and Meadville were also among the hardest-hit spots.[1][4]
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