Hannah Hayes
Meteorologist / Reporter
Hattiesburg, MS
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Hannah Hayes was born and raised in Albertville, Alabama.
Her passion for weather started when the April 27th, 2011 Super Tornado Outbreak affected her hometown.
She attended Wallace State Community college during her freshman and sophomore years. After her sophomore year, she transferred to Mississippi State University where she earned her Bachelor of Geoscience with a concentration in Broadcast Meteorology in 2022.
When she’s not in front of the green screen, you can find Hannah enjoying time with her fiancé, Conner, and cat, Salem. Her favorite things to do are going on a hike, playing a round of golf, and going to concerts.
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Free health screening available Thursday morning in Laurel
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Mitchell Syndrome is a rare neurological disease
Updated: Mar. 19, 2023 at 5:49 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
This evening will be very cold as temperatures fall into the 20s. For the rest of the evening, the skies will be partly cloudy. We are under a freeze warning tonight. Monday temperatures will rise into the high 50s across the Pine Belt. Skies will be mostly sunny and clear throughout the day. No rain is expected. Tomorrow will be very windy. Tuesday we will see temperatures into the high 60s and low 70s across the area. There is no chance for rain and skies are expected to be mostly sunny once again throughout the day.Wednesday will be sunny with highs in the high 70s to low 80s across the Pine Belt. There is no chance for rain throughout the day and overnight lows will be in the mid 50’s.Thursday we will be seeing temperatures in the low 80’s. There is no chance of rain and skies are expected to be mostly sunny all day. Overnight lows will be into the mid to high 60’s across the Pine Belt.
Updated: Mar. 18, 2023 at 6:49 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
This evening will be very cold as temperatures fall into the 30s. For the rest of the evening, the skies will be mostly cloudy with scattered rain chances throughout the evening. We are under a freeze warning tonight. Sunday temperatures will rise into the low 50s across the Pine Belt. Skies will be mostly sunny and clear throughout the day. No rain is expected. Tomorrow will be very windy. We are under a freeze warning for tomorrow evening as well.Monday we will see temperatures into the mid 50s across the area. There is no chance for rain and skies are expected to be mostly sunny once again throughout the day.Tuesday will be sunny with highs in the high 60s across the Pine Belt. There is no chance for rain throughout the day and overnight lows will be in the high mid 40’s.Wednesday we will be seeing temperatures in the mid to high 70’s. There is no chance of rain and skies are expected to be sunny all day. Overnight lows will be into the high 50’s and low 60’s across the Pine Belt.
Updated: Mar. 18, 2023 at 4:08 AM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
Hattiesburg Clinic in one of the Pine Belt's athletic training centers
Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 9:42 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
Wildfires burn more rapidly during March in Mississippi
Updated: Mar. 14, 2023 at 9:25 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
If you need help identifying a possible invasive weed in your yard, you can bring a sample to your local extension office.
Updated: Mar. 14, 2023 at 7:47 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
This chatbot can answer a wide variety of topics from history to pop culture.
Updated: Mar. 13, 2023 at 8:00 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
Jessica is 22 years old and has been a resident at the zoo for 20 years.
Updated: Mar. 13, 2023 at 7:21 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
The new water park in the Hub City may not be open for business, but officials are already planning.
Updated: Mar. 10, 2023 at 11:05 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
Early spring temperatures impact crop growth across the Pine Belt
Updated: Mar. 10, 2023 at 9:32 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
Ballet Magnificat comes to William Carey University
Updated: Mar. 2, 2023 at 10:53 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
Children chose to dress up as characters from their favorite book, fiction or non-fiction.
Updated: Mar. 2, 2023 at 6:47 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
The girls got the opportunity to talk to real engineers and learn from them throughout the day.
Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 8:20 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
While no stranger to south Mississippi, one has to ask, is the pollen count typically this high at the very beginning of March?
Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 7:30 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
Sale of tickets for annual United Way raffle coming to close
Updated: Feb. 26, 2023 at 6:03 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
Severe weather can pose severe issues for mobile homes
Updated: Feb. 25, 2023 at 7:34 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
Saturday Forecast
Updated: Feb. 25, 2023 at 2:55 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
Jones Co Scam
Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 11:40 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
Congenital heart disease survivor
Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 10:59 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
Be wary of the storm carrying thunder, lightning.
Updated: Feb. 22, 2023 at 6:08 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
The signs are a staple on campus and leaders at the university hope they bring joy to everyone who enters campus.
Updated: Feb. 22, 2023 at 5:06 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
Despite the weather being “mostly” sunny and temperatures sitting at a comfortable 75 degrees, planting anything too early during this “false spring” can be harmful.
Updated: Feb. 18, 2023 at 10:42 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
NWS confirms three tornadoes formed in Thursday's storm
Updated: Feb. 17, 2023 at 10:21 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
Trees do communicate, just not through the fungus
Updated: Feb. 17, 2023 at 10:14 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
Home Instead looking to add help
Updated: Feb. 15, 2023 at 6:51 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
Sumrall cheer teams excel at Nationals
Updated: Feb. 11, 2023 at 11:31 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
Ladybug was just one of the dogs available at Saturday's adoption event in Petal
Updated: Feb. 11, 2023 at 9:10 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
This evening will be calm as temperatures fall into the 40s. For the rest of the evening, the skies will be cloudy as rain continues in the Pine BeltSunday temperatures will rise into the high 50s across the Pine Belt. There is no chance for rain and skies will be sunny and clear all day. Be sure to get outside and enjoy it!Monday we will see temperatures into the high 60s across the area. We will see very little cloud cover and skies are expected to be sunny all dayTuesday will be mostly cloudy with highs in the low 70s across the Pine Belt. Skies will be cloudy and showers are possible throughout the day, but a higher chance of rain is for the evening.Wednesday we will be seeing temperatures in the mid 70s. There is a 40% chance for showers throughout the day and skies will be mostly cloudy.
Updated: Feb. 10, 2023 at 9:31 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
Memories remain vivid of tornado's fury, even 10 years after the fact
Updated: Feb. 10, 2023 at 8:48 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
'A Night to Shine' provides a night for hundreds to shine
Updated: Feb. 9, 2023 at 7:19 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
Southern Pines receives donation
Updated: Feb. 9, 2023 at 7:04 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
The annual Downtown Hattiesburg Association meeting filled the Train Depot in downtown Hattiesburg Thursday.
Updated: Feb. 8, 2023 at 7:37 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
With warmer weather, the disease that felled so many egg-laying hens is expected to dissipate.
Updated: Feb. 8, 2023 at 6:47 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
Audience members lend an ear during Wednesday's 18th annual meeting of the Mississippi Peanut Growers Association
Updated: Feb. 5, 2023 at 6:38 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
This evening will be chilly and calm as temperatures fall into the 40s. For the rest of the evening, we will be clear with no showers expected. Tomorrow temperatures will rise into the high low 70s across the Pine Belt. This will be the last day of sunshine for a few days, so get outside and enjoy it if you are able Tuesday we will see temperatures into the low 70s. There is a 20% chance of rain throughout the day.Wednesday will be mostly cloudy with highs in the low 70s across the Pine Belt. There is a 70% chance for thunderstorms across the area.Thursday we will be seeing temperatures in the mid to high 60s. There is a 20% chance for showers in the morning hours.
Updated: Feb. 4, 2023 at 10:20 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
This evening will be calm as temperatures fall into the 40s. For the rest of the evening, the skies will be clear and sunny with no rain is expected.Sunday temperatures will rise into the high 60s across the Pine Belt. There is no chance for rain and skeis will be sunny and clear all day. Be sure to get outside and enjoy it!Monday we will see temperatures into the high 60s-low 70s across the area. We will see very little cloud cover and skies are expected to be sunny.Tuesday will be mostly cloudy with highs in the low 70s across the Pine Belt. Skies will be cloudy throughout the day.Wednesday we will be seeing temperatures in the mid 60s. There is a 50% chance for showers throughout the day and skies will be mostly cloudy.
Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 8:11 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
Dixie Electric Power Association is advising any customer who receives a phone call about owing payment to hang up and call the company’s direct number.
Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 7:16 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
An expert said saving money can start with something as simple as making your own coffee.
Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 8:15 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
One important thing while planning a vacation is taking time to enjoy your surroundings wherever you decide to travel.
Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 9:56 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
February’s exhibit is for those who don’t want to celebrate Valentine’s Day in traditional ways.
Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 7:35 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
The volunteers at AARP said they try to make these appointments as comfortable and short as possible.
Updated: Jan. 29, 2023 at 5:45 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
This evening will be calm as temperatures fall into the 50s. For the rest of the evening, we will be cloudy with scattered showers possible.Tomorrow temperatures will rise into the mid 60s across the area. There is a 30% chance of rain in the morning. Tuesday we will see temperatures into the mid to high 60s. There will be a 20% chance of rain throughout the day. Wednesday will be mostly cloudy with highs in the low 60s across the Pine Belt. Skies are expected to be mostly cloudy throughout the day and there is a 20% chance of rain.Thursday we will be seeing temperatures in the low 70s. There is a 60% chance for rain and thunderstorms are possible, but right now it does not look like any of them will be severe.
Updated: Jan. 28, 2023 at 11:12 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
Art Market in Hattiesburg
Updated: Jan. 28, 2023 at 6:47 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
This evening will be calm as temperatures fall into the 50s. For the rest of the evening, the skies will be clear and no rain is expected.Sunday temperatures will rise into the mid 60’s across the Pine Belt. There is a 90% chance of rain tomorrow, so pack your rain gear as you head out the doorMonday we will see temperatures into the mid 60s. There is a 30% chance for showers throughout the day and skies will be cloudy.Tuesday will be mostly cloudy with highs in the mid 60s across the Pine Belt. There is a 20% chance of rain throughout the day.Wednesday we will be seeing temperatures in the mid 60’s. There is a 50% chance for showers throughout the day and skies will be mostly cloudy.
Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 6:16 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
100k Payday raffle is underway
Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 10:24 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
Petal lightning strikes effecting homes
Updated: Jan. 22, 2023 at 6:03 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
This evening will be calm as temperatures fall into the 40s. For the rest of the evening, we will be experiencing more rain. For tomorrow morning you can expect temperatures to be in the high 50’s with no rain expected.Monday temperatures will rise into the mid to high 50’s across the Pine Belt. There is no chance of rain on Monday.Tuesday we will see temperatures into the low 60s. We are under a slight chance of severe weather. The event will be from Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning. Gusty winds, strong thunderstorms, and isolated tornados are the main concerns. Wednesday will be mostly cloudy with highs in the low 50s across the Pine Belt. There is no chance of rain throughout the day.Thursday we will be seeing temperatures in the mid 50’s. There is a 70% chance for storms in the early morning hours, then we will see clearing as we go into the afternoon.
Updated: Jan. 21, 2023 at 8:54 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
DND is a game that requires all ages to use their imagination
Updated: Jan. 21, 2023 at 8:39 PM CST
|By Hannah Hayes
This evening will be chilly and rainy as temperatures fall into the 40s. For the rest of the evening, we will be experiencing more rain. For tomorrow morning you can expect temperatures to be in the low 60’s with rain expected in the morning hours.Sunday temperatures will rise into the low 60’s across the Pine Belt. There is a 40% chance of rain in the morning hours, so pack your rain gear as you head out the door. The rain should clear by the afternoon.Monday we will see temperatures into the mid to high 50s. There is no chance of rain and the skies will be mostly sunny.Tuesday will be cloudy with highs in the low 60s across the Pine Belt. There is a 60% chance of showers in the evening, overnight the chance for rain and thunderstorms increases to 90%. There is a possibility that these could be severe.Wednesday we will be seeing temperatures in the mid 50’s. There is a 70% chance for storms in the early morning hours, then we will see clearing as we go into the afternoon.