Expect the need to evacuate and prepare for it. The National Weather Service will issue a hurricane watch when there is a threat to coastal areas of hurricane conditions within 24-36 hours.More >>
The great majority of injuries during a hurricane are cuts caused by flying glass or other debris. Other injuries include puncture wounds resulting from exposed nails, metal, or glass, and bone fractures.More >>
Hurricanes are severe tropical storms that form in the southern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, and in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Scientists can now predict hurricanes, but people who live in coastal communities should plan what they will do if they are told to evacuate.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 11:13 PM EDT2013-05-25 03:13:47 GMT
Charges have been upgraded on the George County man accused of setting his dog on fire. Since the dog has died, Brandon Pierce, 20, is now charged with aggravated animal cruelty.More >>
Charges have been upgraded on the George County man accused of setting his dog on fire. Since the dog has died, Brandon Pierce, 20, is now charged with aggravated animal cruelty.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 12:10 AM EDT2013-05-24 04:10:35 GMT
After several days of worries that Alabama could be dealing with the outbreak of a potentially new illness, the Alabama Department of Public Health is confident they've solved the mystery.More >>
After several days of worries that Alabama could be dealing with the outbreak of a potentially new illness, the Alabama Department of Public Health is confident they've solved the mystery.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 7:37 PM EDT2013-05-24 23:37:25 GMT
The City of Hattiesburg is increasing the sewer rates for Petal and some Lamar County customers who use their wastewater lagoon. Petal residents are concerned and voicing their opinions after finding outMore >>
Petal and Hattiesburg residents are voicing their opinions after finding out the City of Hattiesburg is increasing sewer rates. More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 7:09 PM EDT2013-05-24 23:09:56 GMT
It is official, Boy Scouts of America must accept all male youth no matter their sexual orientation. On Thursday, more than 60-percent of the Boy Scouts of America's 14-hundred-members voted for theMore >>
It is official, Boy Scouts of America must accept all male youth no matter their sexual orientation.More >>
Dan Sligh and his wife were in their pickup truck on Interstate 5 heading to a camping trip when a bridge before them disappeared in a "big puff of dust."More >>
The trucker was hauling drilling equipment when his load bumped against the steel framework over an Interstate 5 bridge. He looked in his rearview mirror and watched in horror as the span collapsed into the water behind him....More >>
Hurricane/Tropical Storm Sandy struck the U.S. East Coast Monday evening, causing multiple deaths, flooding and an estimated billions in damage.More >>
Hurricane/Tropical Storm Sandy struck the U.S. East Coast Monday evening, causing multiple deaths, flooding and an estimated billions in damage. The storm was already responsible for the death of 47 people when it tore through the Caribbean.More >>
Tropical Storm Debby drenched Florida, spawning tornadoes and waterspouts. The slow-moving storm is expected to make landfall Thursday.More >>
Tropical Storm Debby drenched Florida, spawning tornadoes and waterspouts. The slow-moving storm is expected to dump up to 25 inches of rain in some places. More >>
While Irene was downgraded from a hurricane to a tropical storm, its impact of high winds and flooding was still felt in New York and New Jersey.More >>
While Irene was downgraded from a hurricane to a tropical storm, its impact of high winds and flooding was still felt in New York and New Jersey.More >>
According to the National Hurricane Center, the greatest potential for loss of life during a hurricane is from a storm surge. A storm surge consists of water pushed towards a shoreline by the force of winds circulating around the storm.More >>
Friday, June 4 2010 10:53 AM EDT2010-06-04 15:53:28 GMT
Experts say the best way to protect your home from costly hurricane damage is to protect the areas in which wind can enter. A great time to hurricane your proof your home is when you are making other improvements or adding an addition.More >>
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Tuesday, May 25 2010 11:40 PM EDT2010-05-26 04:40:47 GMT
TROPICAL STORM WATCHAn announcement that tropical storm conditions (sustained winds of 39 to 73 mph) are possible within the specified coastal area within 48 hours.TROPICAL STORM WARNINGAn announcementMore >>
The ingredients for a hurricane include a pre-existing weather disturbance, warm tropical oceans, moisture, and relatively light winds aloft. If the right conditions persist long enough, they can combineMore >>
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