If you would like to volunteer call 1-800-SAL-ARMY or go to website at www.disaster.salvationarmyusa.org
To give monetary donations text "GIVE" to 80888.
Mobile Feeding Units will be positioned at the following locations: Hattiesburg Unit: Petal Harvey Baptist Church, 600 South Main Street Petal, Miss. - - - Jackson Unit: Intersection of US highway 49 and Hardy Street, Hattiesburg, Miss. - - - Mississippi Coast Unit: Forrest County Multi Purpose Center, 962 Sullivan Drive, Hattiesburg - - - McComb Unit: Oak Grove (West Hattiesburg), Roving - - - Laurel Unit: Lowe's Parking Lot, Hardy Street - - - Jackson Unit 2: Neighborhoods East of USM, Roving
RED CROSS
Phone: 1-800-RED CROSS
Text the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation. Contributions may also be sent to your local Red Cross Office
Delivery sites where residents may receive health services, emotional support and disaster relief items. Hours of operations are 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. - - - Lot adjacent to the Red Cross office site, 606 Hutchinson Avenue, Hattiesburg - - - Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Office, 660 Weathersby Road, Hattiesburg - - - The Mission Store, 121 South Main Street, Petal - - - Mt. Carmel Church, 1101 North Main Street, Hattiesburg - - - First Trinity Church, 7th and Mobile Street, Hattiesburg - - - Temple Baptist Church, Bellwood Road at Hwy. 11, Oak Gove Community - - - West Point Baptist Church, 184 Hartfield Road, Hattiesburg - - - Ebenezer Baptist Church, 900 East 8th Street, Hattiesburg - - - Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, 883 Hwy. 42, Petal - - - Marion County Emergency Management Office, 502 Courthouse Square, Columbia
If someone would like to help people affected by emergencies like the recent Mississippi storms, they can visit www.mississippi-redcross.org, call (1-800-733-2767)
BLUE TARPS
Call your local Emergency Operations Center for direct assistance.
Forrest County EOC – 601-544-5911
Lamar County EOC – 601-794-5378
Marion County EOC – 601-736-9627
Wayne County EOC – 601-735-2184
SHELTERS AND FOOD
Forrest County Community Shelter 261 on U.S. 49 South
Petal Civic Center at 712 South Main
Dial 211 to speak with the United Way
Turtle Creek Mall is serving as a collection site for collection item for Christian Services.
VOLUNTEERS
If you want to volunteer, contact the Mississippi Commission Volunteer Service at 1-888-353-1793 or log onto www.volunteermississippi.org.
Visit www.hattiesburgtornado.com to both request and offer help in the form of cleanup assistance.
Hattiesburg's Volunteer Response Center (308 Newman Street) will be open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
DISPLACED ANIMALS
Southern Pines Animal Shelter
North 31st Avenue, Hattiesburg
601-544-6632
Hub City Humane Society
6804 Hwy 98 West, Hattiesburg
601-268-1157
Panther Pet Hospital
743 E. Central Avenue
Hattiesburg
601-544-3290
All Animal Clinic
2138 Oak Grove Road
Hattiesburg
601-268-8888
MEMA and FEMA
MEMA : 866-519-MEMA (6362) - available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday – Friday.
FEMA: Phone: (800) 621-FEMA (3362) - available 24 hours
Disaster centers are open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at: Marion County: Mount Carmel Church of God, 573 Mount Carmel Church Rd., Foxworth 39483 - - - - Forrest County: Ben McNair Recreation Center, 300 North 12th Ave., Hattiesburg, 39401 - - - - Petal Civic Center, 714 S. Main St., Petal, 39465 - - - - Lamar County: Lamar Park, 226 Pinewood Dr., Hattiesburg, 39402 - - - - Wayne County: City of Waynesboro Fire Station, 710 Wayne St., Waynesboro, 39367
The first step to receiving federal disaster aid is to register with FEMA. Registration is simple and can be completed several ways:
Online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov any time day or night.
By phone or video relay at 800-621-FEMA (3362) daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. local time. Help is available in many languages.
By TTY at 800-462-7585.
C-Spire Wireless customers can register by calling #362.
By web-enabled mobile devices at m.fema.gov. Select “Disaster Survivor” then “Apply Online for FEMA Assistance.”
Those who have a speech disability or hearing loss and use TTY should call 800-462-7585 directly; for those who use 711 or Video Relay Service, call 800-621-3362.
Disaster assistance can include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses, and other programs to help individuals and business owners recover from the effects of the disaster.
In addition to state and federal disaster assistance experts, residents can meet with representatives from voluntary and faith-based groups to help with any additional unmet needs in the Disaster Recovery Centers.
Survivors are encouraged to register before visiting a center if possible. Specialists at the center can explain the disaster assistance process, describe the types of help available, and answer survivors’ questions.
Thursday, February 21 2013 8:25 PM EST2013-02-22 01:25:57 GMT
The large influx of relief workers combined with the dozens of displaced families needing temporary housing after the Feb. 10 tornado has meant finding a hotel room or apartment more challenging in Hattiesburg.More >>
The large influx of relief workers combined with the dozens of displaced families needing temporary housing after the Feb. 10 tornado has led to a shortage of hotel rooms in Hattiesburg.More >>
Thursday, February 21 2013 12:08 PM EST2013-02-21 17:08:36 GMT
WDAM-TV and the Red Cross have partnered to host a telethon benefiting the Mississippi counties affected by the devastating February 10 tornado. The Build This City: Red Cross Tornado Relief TelethonMore >>
The Build This City: Red Cross Tornado Relief Telethon will begin Tuesday, February 26 at 5 a.m. during News 7 Sunrise on both WDAM ABC and WDAM NBC. More >>
Wednesday, February 20 2013 8:08 PM EST2013-02-21 01:08:59 GMT
After a week and a half since the tornado hit, Congressman Steven Palazzo returned to Hattiesburg on Wednesday to see the city's progression. Palazzo stopped by the University of Southern Mississippi,More >>
Congressman Steven Palazzo returns to Hattiesburg on Wednesday to see the city's progression.More >>
Wednesday, February 20 2013 6:59 PM EST2013-02-20 23:59:41 GMT
As the severe weather threat increased February 10th, the National Weather Service placed the Pine Belt under a tornado watch. "Tornado watch means conditions are favorable for tornado development, butMore >>
MEMA Executive Director Robert Latham encourages everyone to have a tornado plan.More >>
Tuesday, February 19 2013 11:02 PM EST2013-02-20 04:02:56 GMT
So what are some of the lessons learned from the massive tornado that swept through the Pine Belt just over a week ago. Miraculously no lives were lost…but the damage was extensive. One thing we took awayMore >>
So what are some of the lessons learned from the massive tornado that swept through the Pine Belt just over a week ago. Miraculously no lives were lost…but the damage was extensive. One thing we took awayMore >>
Tuesday, February 19 2013 7:33 PM EST2013-02-20 00:33:42 GMT
When you walk into the Summertrace subdivision in Hattiesburg, you will see the ruble and devastation an EF4 tornado left in its' destructive path more than a week ago. Luckily, there were no fatalities.More >>
Some people say they were able to seek shelter because of media warnings, others say they heard the warnings of the tornado sirens.More >>
Tuesday, February 19 2013 7:29 PM EST2013-02-20 00:29:44 GMT
In the days that followed after the destructive tornado that ripped through Hattiesburg, Jones County Junior College student Billy Mauldin wrote a song that he hopes will reach out to those who lost soMore >>
In the days that followed after the destructive tornado that ripped through Hattiesburg, Jones County Junior College student Billy Mauldin wrote a song that he hopes will reach out to those who lost so much from the storm.More >>
Tuesday, February 19 2013 7:23 PM EST2013-02-20 00:23:38 GMT
The School of Music at the University of Southern Mississippi took considerable damage during last week's tornado, and while the tornado spread debris across campus, it also spread the sound of music.More >>
The School of Music at the University of Southern Mississippi took considerable damage during last week's tornado, and while the tornado spread debris across campus, it also spread the sound of music.More >>
Tuesday, February 19 2013 7:08 PM EST2013-02-20 00:08:25 GMT
The EF 4 tornado that ripped across Hattiesburg 9 days ago also destroyed homes in Wayne County. Emergency Management Director Angela Atchison said nearly 2 dozen homes were destroyed along with milesMore >>
Emergency Management Director Angela Atchison said nearly 2 dozen homes were destroyed along with miles of timber.More >>
Tuesday, February 19 2013 5:02 PM EST2013-02-19 22:02:02 GMT
The Salvation Army is moving into a new phase of their disaster relief efforts going from a emergency stage to a recovery mode. "Right now in the initial phase, this coming Saturday we will finish theMore >>
The Salvation Army is moving into a new phase of their disaster relief efforts going from a emergency stage to a recovery mode. More >>
Tuesday, February 19 2013 4:49 PM EST2013-02-19 21:49:25 GMT
Despite not having anyone using them, the Forrest and Lamar County Emergency Shelters will remain open at least for the time being. At their peaks 56 people were staying at the Forrest County ShelterMore >>
Despite not having anyone using them, the Forrest and Lamar County Emergency Shelters will remain open at least for the time being.More >>
Tuesday, February 19 2013 2:46 PM EST2013-02-19 19:46:41 GMT
The following information was provided by MEMA on Tuesday, Feb. 19 and described the damage caused by the Feb. 10 tornado that crossed the Pine Belt. Lamar: 134 homes destroyed, 169 homes major damageMore >>
The following information was provided by MEMA on Tuesday, Feb. 19 and described the damage caused by the Feb. 10 tornado that crossed the Pine Belt.More >>
Tuesday, February 19 2013 1:53 PM EST2013-02-19 18:53:46 GMT
A group of students from the University of Guelph in Ontario, Canada rode along with Salvation Army volunteers passing out relief supplies in areas hardest hit by the tornado. The students are part ofMore >>
A group of students from the University of Guelph in Ontario, Canada rode along with Salvation Army volunteers passing out relief supplies in areas hardest hit by the tornado.More >>
Tuesday, February 19 2013 11:12 AM EST2013-02-19 16:12:12 GMT
Hattiesburg Mayor Johnny Dupree says debris clean-up is well underway. He's urging residents to separate as much of it as possible. During a special called council meeting Monday morning, Dupree updatedMore >>
During a special called council meeting Monday morning, Dupree updated the council on clean up efforts since the EF-4 tornado touched down in Hattiesburg. More >>
Monday, February 18 2013 11:25 PM EST2013-02-19 04:25:42 GMT
FEMA has officially set up camp in the Pine Belt. As of Monday, three disaster recovery centers are open in the area. For those needing assistance, recovery centers can be found in Hattiesburg, Petal, andMore >>
FEMA has officially set up camp in the Pine Belt. As of Monday, three disaster recovery centers are open in the area. More >>
Monday, February 18 2013 5:56 PM EST2013-02-18 22:56:50 GMT
The outpouring of support from the community continues to grow following last week's tornado, and Georgia-Pacific is the latest to join in. Christian Services of Hattiesburg received a truck load of suppliesMore >>
Christian Services of Hattiesburg received a truck load of supplies today from Georgia-Pacific.More >>
Monday, February 18 2013 5:42 PM EST2013-02-18 22:42:56 GMT
As the attention shifts from clean-up, to rebuilding, residents are advised to be wary of whom they let work on their home. The Mississippi State Board of Contractors has arrived in the Pine Belt. TheyMore >>
As the attention shifts from clean-up, to rebuilding, residents are advised to be wary of whom they let work on their home.More >>
Monday, February 18 2013 3:10 PM EST2013-02-18 20:10:50 GMT
As people attempt to get their lives back in order following the tornado, the American Red Cross would like to stress the importance of taking care of your emotional health as well as your physical health.More >>
As people attempt to get their lives back in order following the tornado, the American Red Cross would like to stress the importance of taking care of your emotional health as well as your physical health.More >>
Monday, February 18 2013 2:36 PM EST2013-02-18 19:36:43 GMT
The American Red Cross has set up a disaster aid station in the parking lot of the Mount Carmel Church on Main Street in Hattiesburg. Both the Red Cross and a group from World Vision are passing outMore >>
The American Red Cross has set up a disaster aid station in the parking lot of the Mount Carmel Church on Main Street in Hattiesburg. More >>
Monday, February 18 2013 2:05 PM EST2013-02-18 19:05:26 GMT
The City of Hattiesburg has opened a location for those affected by the tornado to dispose any hazardous materiel's they may have on their properties. The location is behind the Cameron Baseball FieldsMore >>
The City of Hattiesburg has opened a location for those affected by the tornado to dispose any hazardous materiel's they may have on their properties. More >>
Monday, February 18 2013 11:36 AM EST2013-02-18 16:36:28 GMT
The tornado that tore through Hattiesburg last Sunday wiped out homes, businesses, and several buildings. Thankfully, there were no fatalities. New technology allowed forecasters to predict the potentialMore >>
Advances in technology saved lives during the devastating tornadoes that tore through the state last week.
Sunday, February 17 2013 9:21 PM EST2013-02-18 02:21:37 GMT
West Point Baptist Church combined their usual 3-day Sunday services to one on Sunday morning. Last Sunday's tornado damaged parts of West Point, but that didn't stop the church from continuing their SundayMore >>
West Point Baptist Church takes their Sunday worship to Lake Terrace Convention Center. More >>
Sunday, February 17 2013 8:57 PM EST2013-02-18 01:57:00 GMT
After President Obama declared Forrest and Lamar County a federal disaster on Wednesday, FEMA has now opened two Disaster Recovery Centers in Hattiesburg. "This Disaster Recovery Center was open withinMore >>
FEMA opens two Disaster Recovery Centers in Hattiesburg to help residents affected by tornado. More >>
Sunday, February 17 2013 6:21 PM EST2013-02-17 23:21:57 GMT
In coordination with the "Mormon Helping Hands" program, Hattiesburg mayor Johnny Dupree and Petal mayor Hal Marx gathered at sunrise to help bring tornado relief to those affected by the devastating storm. MarxMore >>
In coordination with the "Mormon Helping Hands" program, Hattiesburg mayor Johnny Dupree and Petal mayor Hal Marx gathered at sunrise to help bring tornado relief to those affected by the devastating storm.More >>
Sunday, February 17 2013 1:37 PM EST2013-02-17 18:37:21 GMT
Nearly a week after last sunday's devastating tornado, victims are still telling their compelling stories of survival. In Petal, Cory Carlisle, his wife and two children huddled together in the hallwayMore >>
Cory Carlisle, his wife and two children huddled together in the hallway of their Green Street home to ride out the storm.More >>
Sunday, February 17 2013 10:54 AM EST2013-02-17 15:54:22 GMT
The following is a press release from Martha Duvall, Communications Officer for the American Red Cross:Hundreds of American Red Cross disaster relief workers are in Mississippi with more arriving overMore >>
Hundreds of American Red Cross disaster relief workers are in Mississippi with more arriving over the Presidential holiday weekend.More >>
Sunday, February 17 2013 12:08 AM EST2013-02-17 05:08:45 GMT
Prentiss native and Utah Jazz center Al Jefferson had seen pictures of the damage in the Hattiesburg area caused by the tornado on Feb. 10, but seeing the damage in person was different story. "It tookMore >>
Utah Jazz Center Al Jefferson helps families in Lamar County in the wake of the February 10 tornado.More >>
Saturday, February 16 2013 11:35 PM EST2013-02-17 04:35:25 GMT
Nearly a week from Sunday's tornado, and after Monday's news conference, Governor Phil Bryant returned to Hattiesburg on Saturday to lend the Salvation Army a helping hand, and distribute food boxes toMore >>
Governor Phil Bryant helps Salvation Army distribute food boxes to Hattiesburg tornado affected residents.More >>
Saturday, February 16 2013 11:31 PM EST2013-02-17 04:31:18 GMT
Forrest General's Spirit of Women hosted its 9th Annual Day of Dance on Saturday. Each year the Spirit of Women brings together the Pine Belt to celebrate the benefits of exercise and dancing, and the preventionMore >>
Forrest General's Spirit of Women hosts 9th Annual Day of Dance on Saturday. More >>
Saturday, February 16 2013 1:23 PM EST2013-02-16 18:23:44 GMT
On Saturday morning, more than 160 Fellowship of Christian Athlete students volunteered to help Westminster Presbyterian Church clean up debris from Sunday's tornado. Both high school and college studentsMore >>
On Saturday morning, more than 160 Fellowship of Christian Athlete students volunteered to help Westminster Presbyterian Church clean up debris from Sunday's tornado.More >>
Friday, February 15 2013 10:25 PM EST2013-02-16 03:25:45 GMT
Title-Disaster relief is on its way to South Mississippi. FEMA officials are getting ready to hunker down in Forrest and Lamar Counties, at Disaster Response Centers, for those who need help throughMore >>
Title-Disaster relief is on its way to South Mississippi. FEMA officials are getting ready to hunker down in Forrest and Lamar Counties, at Disaster Response Centers, for those who need help through the rebuilding process.More >>
Friday, February 15 2013 8:07 PM EST2013-02-16 01:07:47 GMT
A Hattiesburg auto dealer is among those collecting relief items for victims of last Sunday's destructive tornado. Vardaman Honda on Broadway Drive is taking donations of clothing, toiletries and otherMore >>
A Hattiesburg auto dealer is among those collecting relief items for victims of last Sunday's destructive tornado.More >>
Friday, February 15 2013 2:57 PM EST2013-02-15 19:57:39 GMT
Volunteer Hattiesburg, the state's newest Volunteer Center, opened a Volunteer Response Center on Friday. "One of the main purposes of this center is to help bring volunteers all under one umbrella,"More >>
Volunteer Hattiesburg, the state's newest Volunteer Center, opens Volunteer Response Center on Friday. More >>
Thursday, February 14 2013 8:31 AM EST2013-02-14 13:31:26 GMT
People affected by nature's unpredictable weather can sometimes become victimized a second time, from fraudulent contractors. From extreme flooding in the metro area to destructive tornados like the oneMore >>
From extreme flooding in the Metro area to destructive tornados like the one that demolished hundreds of homes in Forrest and Lamar Counties, victims of these natural disasters need to be aware of scammers.More >>
Friday, February 15 2013 8:13 PM EST2013-02-16 01:13:36 GMT
An annual home raffle which raises money for the United Way will be especially meaningful and timely this year, because much of the funds will be used to help the victims of last Sunday's devastating tornado,More >>
A ribbon-cutting was held Friday morning to announce the 11th annual Home Sweet Home Raffle.More >>
Friday, February 15 2013 12:33 PM EST2013-02-15 17:33:15 GMT
The initial shock is wearing off, but some South Mississippi tornado victims said the reality of how much they've lost and uncertainty of how they'll rebuild are just starting to set in.More >>
The initial shock is wearing off, but some South Mississippi tornado victims said the reality of how much they've lost and uncertainty of how they'll rebuild are just starting to set in. Since a tornado tore through Lamar and Forrest counties, some people have started picking up the pieces. But others say they're overwhelmed and have no idea how they'll start over.More >>
Friday, February 15 2013 10:58 AM EST2013-02-15 15:58:05 GMT
The D.R.E.A.M Center on Hutchinson Avenue in Hattiesburg took a direct hit from the tornado Sunday. Staff and volunteers were out Thursday morning sifting through the rubble to see what could be salvaged. TheMore >>
The D.R.E.A.M Center on Hutchinson Avenue in Hattiesburg took a direct hit from the tornado Sunday. More >>
Friday, February 15 2013 10:33 AM EST2013-02-15 15:33:36 GMT
If your home or business suffered damage from the February 10th tornado, visit www.disasterassistance.gov or call 1-800-621-FEMA (3362). C-Spire customers may dial #362.More >>
If your home or business suffered damage from the February 10th tornado, visit www.disasterassistance.gov or call 1-800-621-FEMA (3362). C-Spire customers may dial #362.More >>
Friday, February 15 2013 10:26 AM EST2013-02-15 15:26:17 GMT
Classes were back in session Thursday morning at Hattiesburg and Oak Grove High School. Both campuses were in the direct path of Sunday's Tornado and were severely damaged. Hattiesburg main building wasMore >>
Classes were back in session Thursday morning at Hattiesburg and Oak Grove High School. Both campuses were in the direct path of Sunday's Tornado and were severely damaged. Hattiesburg main building wasMore >>
Friday, February 15 2013 6:54 AM EST2013-02-15 11:54:06 GMT
For many Southern Miss students, Thursday was their first opportunity to see their battered campus. Classes resumed four days after a tornado touched down on the USM campus in Hattiesburg.More >>
For many Southern Miss students, Thursday was their first opportunity to see their battered campus. Classes resumed four days after a tornado touched down on the USM campus in Hattiesburg. The students returned from their Mardi Gras break, stunned at what they saw.More >>
Friday, February 15 2013 6:52 AM EST2013-02-15 11:52:05 GMT
Mississippi's First Lady spent Thursday morning touring the tornado-ravaged buildings at the University of Southern Mississippi.More >>
Mississippi's First Lady spent Thursday morning touring the tornado-ravaged buildings at the University of Southern Mississippi. Deborah Bryant first met with new USM President Dr. Rodney Bennett. Then she walked around the Hattiesburg campus to survey the damage.More >>
Thursday, February 14 2013 8:39 PM EST2013-02-15 01:39:06 GMT
Southern Miss students have returned to class, just days after a devastating tornado changed the landscape of the university campus. Classes began Thursday morning, 4 days after the twister tore throughMore >>
Classes began Thursday morning, four days after the twister tore through the south end of the campus.More >>
Thursday, February 14 2013 8:15 PM EST2013-02-15 01:15:52 GMT
As clean-up from Sunday night's devastating tornado continues in the Pine Belt, there's new relief for Forrest and Lamar county residents who suffered damages from that storm. Next week, Federal EmergencyMore >>
Federal Emergency Management Agency officials will be in the area to take applications for financial assistance from individuals and businesses affected by the twister.More >>
Thursday, February 14 2013 7:24 PM EST2013-02-15 00:24:13 GMT
What a week it has been! Beginning late Sunday afternoon a tornado with winds in places of up to 170 miles per hour hit the Pinebelt touching down in various areas and wreaking havoc wherever it did.More >>
What a week it has been! Beginning late Sunday afternoon a tornado with winds in places of up to 170 miles per hour hit the Pinebelt touching down in various areas and wreaking havoc wherever it did.More >>
Thursday, February 14 2013 7:07 PM EST2013-02-15 00:07:36 GMT
Dozens of Hattiesburg residents, and citizens from surrounding areas formed a Neighborhood Disaster Relief Group. According to Hattiesburg City Councilman Dave Ware, dozens of volunteers met at the NeighborhoodMore >>
Dozens of Hattiesburg residents, and citizens from surrounding areas formed a Neighborhood Disaster Relief Group.More >>
Thursday, February 14 2013 1:25 AM EST2013-02-14 06:25:27 GMT
A minute may not seem like a long time, but to the Oak Grove High School girls basketball team, it felt like an hour. A normal Sunday afternoon practice became a survival story they'll remember for aMore >>
A normal Sunday afternoon practice became a survival story they'll remember for a long time.More >>
Wednesday, February 13 2013 10:31 PM EST2013-02-14 03:31:36 GMT
The following is a press release from FEMA...The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency announced that federal disaster aid has been made available to the State of Mississippi andMore >>
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency announced that federal disaster aid has been made available to the State of MississippiMore >>
Wednesday, February 13 2013 7:33 PM EST2013-02-14 00:33:12 GMT
Many Southern Miss students were back on campus Wednesday, but they weren't attending class. Instead, they were cleaning up after Sunday night's tornado. They took part in a campus-wide, clean-upMore >>
Many Southern Miss students were back on campus Wednesday, but they weren't attending class. Instead, they were cleaning up after Sunday night's tornado.More >>
Wednesday, February 13 2013 4:22 PM EST2013-02-13 21:22:16 GMT
Several employees of Outback Steakhouse volunteered their time to feed the many victims of the tornado. The employees worked throughout the day cooking and packaging around 200o meals to be distributedMore >>
Several employees of Outback Steakhouse volunteered their time to feed the many victims of the tornado. The employees worked throughout the day cooking and packaging around 200o meals to be distributedMore >>
Wednesday, February 13 2013 4:04 PM EST2013-02-13 21:04:51 GMT
Somewhat lost in the shuffle are family pets who turned up missing after the tornado. The Southern Pines Animal Shelter and several area veterinarians are taking in pets brought to them until they canMore >>
Somewhat lost in the shuffle are family pets who turned up missing after the tornado.More >>
Wednesday, February 13 2013 4:02 PM EST2013-02-13 21:02:09 GMT
Summer Trace resident, Jim Gray says rebuilding after Sunday's tornado seems impossible. Wednesday morning, Gray said he had no idea a tornado was headed toward his town home in Hattiesburg Sunday evening. HeMore >>
Summer Trace resident, Jim Gray says rebuilding after Sunday's tornado seems impossible.
Wednesday, February 13 2013 2:14 PM EST2013-02-13 19:14:22 GMT
A generator fire in Hattiesburg has caused one home to be a total loss. The fire took place on 600 Broad Dr. in Hattiesburg. The owners were without power from Sunday's tornado and used a generator toMore >>
A generator fire in Hattiesburg causes one home to be a total loss.More >>
Wednesday, February 13 2013 1:11 PM EST2013-02-13 18:11:40 GMT
One blood drive takes place February 12 (today) from 9:30am-3:00pm Marshall Durbin broiler office in Waynesboro. For more details, call 601-735-4861. The other takes place February 12 (today) from 12:00pm-6:00pmMore >>
Organizers of the blood drives say blood donations are needed now more than ever. Please click on the words "Blood Drive" above this paragraph for more details.More >>
Tuesday, February 12 2013 9:40 PM EST2013-02-13 02:40:46 GMT
Pete Grisham remembers Sunday as "ten feet from eternity." The destructive funnel that barreled its way through the Pine Belt touched down no more than 50 yards from the Vietnam veteran's house, and forcedMore >>
Pete Grisham remembers Sunday as "ten feet from eternity."More >>
Tuesday, February 12 2013 7:28 PM EST2013-02-13 00:28:55 GMT
Thanks to WDAM alerts and a call, Khristi and her family had just enough time to run to their basement. "I was in the living room watching TV, had the alerts on Facebook, but Chris said turn it on WDAM, soMore >>
Thanks to WDAM alerts and a call, Khristi and her family had just enough time to run to their basement.More >>
Tuesday, February 12 2013 7:04 PM EST2013-02-13 00:04:57 GMT
SUNDAY'S TORNADO ALSO DAMAGED SOME IMPORTANT CURRENT AND FUTURE TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN HATTIESBURG.More >>
The African-American Military History Museum on E. 6th Street lost much of its roof in the storm, as did the nearby historic Eureka School, which was being renovated as a civil rights museum.More >>
Tuesday, February 12 2013 3:51 PM EST2013-02-12 20:51:33 GMT
As residents continue to piece their lives back together after Sunday's devastating tornado, the Salvation Army is stepping up to lend a hand to those in need. The Salvation Army has six mobile feedingMore >>
As residents continue to piece their lives back together after Sunday's devastating tornado, the Salvation Army is stepping up to lend a hand to those in need.More >>
Tuesday, February 12 2013 3:13 PM EST2013-02-12 20:13:55 GMT
Severe weather has caused flooding of the Boque Homa Creek, which has forced nine families out of their homes. More on this story as it develops.More >>
Severe weather has caused nine families in Perry county to leave their homes.More >>
Tuesday, February 12 2013 2:40 PM EST2013-02-12 19:40:55 GMT
HATTIESBURG,MS (WDAM) - A Lamar Park Subdivision resident, Semaris Ward, says she was home alone with her four boys when Sunday's tornado ripped through her community. Ward says she heard the tornadoMore >>
A Lamar Park Subdivision resident says she was home alone with her four boys when Sunday's tornado ripped through her community. More >>
Tuesday, February 12 2013 12:34 PM EST2013-02-12 17:34:46 GMT
Admist the damage from Sunday's tornado, Southern Pines Animal Shelter managed to rescue seven dogs in East Hattiesburg. More on this story as it develops...Copyright 2013 WDAM. All rights reserved.More >>
Southern Pines Animal Shelter is lending a paw to four-legged friends in need.More >>
Monday, February 11 2013 10:00 PM EST2013-02-12 03:00:26 GMT
Several businesses and homes were destroyed in the Petal area due to Sunday's tornado. Workers are still trying to restore power and clean up the debris left by the storm. For many residents, it hasMore >>
Several businesses and homes were destroyed in the Petal area due to Sunday's tornado. Workers are still trying to restore power and clean up the debris left by the storm. More >>
Monday, February 11 2013 9:50 PM EST2013-02-12 02:50:02 GMT
The aftermath of Sunday night's Hattiesburg tornado left Oak Grove High School and Hattiesburg High School's athletics facilities in ruins. According to officials, the damage will likely cost millionsMore >>
According to officials, the damage will likely cost millions takes months, if not a year, to repair.More >>
Monday, February 11 2013 8:10 PM EST2013-02-12 01:10:27 GMT
A family of three is alive this morning after Sunday's tornado destroyed their home in Oak Grove while they were inside. A family friend says they are in local hospitals with being treated for multipleMore >>
A family of three is alive this morning after Sunday's tornado destroyed their home in Oak Grove while they were inside.
Monday, February 11 2013 7:41 PM EST2013-02-12 00:41:12 GMT
Residents of West Lake Serene subdivision started their clean-up efforts early on Monday. Pearl River Valley Electric, M & M Line Clearance, Mississippi Power, and volunteers worked hard to bring the residentsMore >>
Residents of West Lake Serene subdivision start their clean-up efforts early on Monday.More >>
Monday, February 11 2013 6:52 PM EST2013-02-11 23:52:19 GMT
A Hub City pastor is crediting God with helping him survive Sunday's tornado. Jeff Reverette, pastor of Living Word Church was driving on Highway 49 when he saw the storm coming his way. He turned ontoMore >>
Jeff Revette, pastor of Living Word Church, was driving on Hwy. 49 when he saw the storm coming his way.More >>
Monday, February 11 2013 5:56 PM EST2013-02-11 22:56:13 GMT
Members of a 60-year-old Hattiesburg landmark house of worship are cleaning up and salvaging what they can after Sunday's tornado damaged their main church building and several other structures. MembersMore >>
Members of Westminster Presbyterian Church Monday were assessing roof damage to the sanctuary and three other buildings hit by the storm.More >>
Monday, February 11 2013 10:06 AM EST2013-02-11 15:06:58 GMT
Under the leadership of mayoral candidate Dave Ware, residents from across the Pine Belt woke up at daybreak on Monday to assist with tornado relief. By twitter and Facebook, Ware announced Sunday inMore >>
Under the leadership of mayoral candidate Dave Ware, residents from across the Pine Belt woke up at daybreak on Monday to assist with tornado relief. By twitter and Facebook, Ware announced Sunday inMore >>
Monday, February 11 2013 9:50 AM EST2013-02-11 14:50:12 GMT
An official with the Electric Power Associations of Mississippi says 9700 electric meters are without service. Many of the outages are in Forrest and Lamar Counties, the official says. Several crewsMore >>
An official with the Electric Power Associations of Mississippi says 9700 electric meters are without service. Many of the outages are in Forrest and Lamar Counties, the official says. Several crewsMore >>
Monday, February 11 2013 12:11 AM EST2013-02-11 05:11:23 GMT
The following is an update from Mississippi Power: - Mississippi Power already has crews restoring power since the peak outage of 13,000. - As of 9 p.m., approximately 5,600 customers are without power. -More >>
Mississippi Power already has crews restoring power since the peak outage of 13,000.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 >>
A 15-year-old boy is in custody after authorities investigating the stabbing deaths of his younger adopted brothers found him miles away with traces of blood on him, officials said.More >>
A 15-year-old boy is in custody after authorities investigating the stabbing deaths of his younger adopted brothers found him miles away with traces of blood on him, officials said.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:31 PM EDT2013-05-23 23:31:22 GMT
The pastor and members of a Jefferson county church make the gruesome discovery of a body on the way to Bible study Wednesday evening. Sheriff Peter Walker said a woman's body was found just before 6:30More >>
Jefferson County Sheriff Peter Walker has identified the woman found dead in the cemetery of East Mount Olive Baptist Church Wednesday night.
Friday, May 24 2013 5:52 PM EDT2013-05-24 21:52:06 GMT
The eight Marion County law enforcement officers who've lost their lives in the line of duty were remembered in an annual ceremony Friday morning. It included the laying of a wreath at a fallen officersMore >>
The eight Marion County law enforcement officers who've lost their lives in the line of duty were remembered in an annual ceremony Friday morning. More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 4:45 PM EDT2013-05-24 20:45:22 GMT
First responders from in Laurel and Jones County were treated to Lunch Friday by the Wayne Farms Laurel facility. As part of National Emergency Service Week, for the last 12-years Wayne farms has hostedMore >>
First responders from in Laurel and Jones County were treated to lunch Friday by the Wayne Farms Laurel facility. More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:42 PM EDT2013-05-24 02:42:16 GMT
The Hattiesburg City Council is expected to vote soon, possibly as early as next week, on its preferred method to upgrade the city's sewer lagoon system. The two options on the table are to build a newMore >>
In order to be able to pay for their new wastewater treatment facility, Hattiesburg is increasing sewer rates for Petal and Lamar County customers.More >>
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