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.
Updated: Oct. 1, 2023 at 5:53 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
This evening temperatures will fall into the mid to low 60′s. There is no chance for rain.
Updated: Sep. 30, 2023 at 6:18 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
This evening temperatures will fall into the mid to mid 60′s. There is no chance for rain.
Updated: Sep. 29, 2023 at 11:11 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
Splash pad dedicated to former Laurel mayor
Updated: Sep. 29, 2023 at 12:30 AM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
Rolling Fork rebuilding, recovering after tornado
Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 9:58 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
Sleeping bags will be made using blankets, old t shirts, scrap fabric, and even men’s ties.
Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 8:11 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
The lowest river level in the Pine Belt right now is Talahalla Creek, which is at negative 2-point-5 feet.
Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 7:15 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
A free informational session was held at William Carey University on Tuesday.
Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 9:35 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
The Southeast Mississippi Chapter of the Red Cross now has a new executive director.
Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 7:53 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
This week serves as a reminder that children should not only be buckled up in a vehicle but also restrained properly to avoid injury in the case of an accident.
Updated: Sep. 17, 2023 at 5:59 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
This week we will start off dry and it will remain that way over the next 7 days. Low humidity is in the forecast all week.
Updated: Sep. 16, 2023 at 6:26 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
This week will be much less humid since dewpoints are expected to be in the 50′s!
Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 6:49 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
The shade for Field 2 cost around $67,000. The city hopes to provide shade for the other fields one day in the future.
Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 7:46 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
If your allergies have been bothering you more than normal this year – you’re not alone.
Updated: Sep. 10, 2023 at 10:48 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
The Hattiesburg Library wants to remind you that with a library card, you can do more than just read.
Updated: Sep. 10, 2023 at 7:26 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
This evening temperatures will fall into the high 60's. This evening will be clear and not very humid. Monday temperatures will rise into the mid to high 90s across the Pine Belt. Skies will be sunny to mostly sunny and overnight lows will be in the low 70s.Tuesday we will see temperatures in the high 90's across the area. There is no chance of showers. It will be a bright, hot, and sunny day. Wednesday will be mostly cloudy with highs in the low 90's across the Pine Belt. There is a 20% chance for rain and thunderstorms. Overnight lows will be in the high 60's.Thursday we will be seeing temperatures in the low 90s. Skies will be partly clear. There is a 20% chance of rain. Overnight lows will be in the high 60's across the Pine Belt.
Updated: Sep. 9, 2023 at 9:15 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
If you missed today’s event, another session will take place at the Petal Library branch on September 12th.
Updated: Sep. 9, 2023 at 7:45 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
This evening will be partly clear and calm and temperatures will fall into the mid to mid 60′s. There is no chance for rain.
Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 9:11 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
A local dance group, USA Dance, 1611 Chapter, was featured on a national dance magazine.
Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 7:07 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
Two MDOT projects expected to wrap up in 2024
Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 6:04 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
Rain chances will increase as we go into early next week, but for now enjoy the sunshine!
Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 8:25 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
We are 5 inches below average rainfall for the year.
Updated: Sep. 3, 2023 at 5:39 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
This evening will be partly clear and calm and temperatures will fall into the mid to low 70's. There is a slight chance for showers and thunderstorms tonight. For Labor Day, temperatures will rise into the low 90's and skies be mostly cloudy. There is a 40% chance of rain. As we go throughout the evening hours tomorrow, temperatures will fall into the high 70's for overnight lows. Tuesday temperatures will rise into the low 90's across the area. Skies will be mostly sunny. Wednesday will be sunny with temperatures into the high 90's across the Pine Belt. Overnight lows will be into the 70's.Thursday we will be seeing temperatures in the high 90's. Skies will be sunny. Overnight lows will be into the low 70's.
Updated: Sep. 1, 2023 at 11:36 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
The original Sigma Chi fraternity at USM started in 2011.
Updated: Sep. 1, 2023 at 6:12 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
Pine Belt Fair returns
Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 7:06 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
AFF focuses on three pillars: Awareness, Education and Collaboration.
Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 5:45 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
More than 150 crew members traveled to Florida from electric cooperatives such as Southern Pine and Pearl River Valley Electric. Additionally, more than two-hundred workers from Mississippi Power were sent to Georgia.
Updated: Aug. 30, 2023 at 8:55 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
The fire department wants to remind you that propane and charcoal grills are allowed during a burn ban.
Updated: Aug. 30, 2023 at 6:46 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
Safety checkpoints in Hattiesburg are a part of the city’s participation in the statewide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign.
Updated: Aug. 27, 2023 at 5:40 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
A cold front moves in this week, dropping our temperatures and increasing our rain chances.
Updated: Aug. 26, 2023 at 6:33 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
This evening temperatures will fall into the high 70′s. There is a slight chance for showers and thunderstorms as we go throughout the evening. Otherwise, skies will be mostly cloudy, and winds will be calm.
Updated: Aug. 25, 2023 at 4:59 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
This year’s show by the North Forrest Marching Band features hits from Michael Jackson.
Updated: Aug. 23, 2023 at 6:03 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
Heat related illnesses are highly possible if you do not limit your time outdoors and remain hydrated.
Updated: Aug. 22, 2023 at 7:46 AM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
Today will be clear and calm and temperatures will rise into the low 100′s. There is no chance for rain throughout the day and we are under a Red Flag Warning.
Updated: Aug. 20, 2023 at 5:43 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
This week is likely to be one of the hottest and dries on record for Mississippi.
Updated: Aug. 19, 2023 at 10:24 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
These robotics engineers got to build items for their first competition at an annual “Build Day.”
Updated: Aug. 19, 2023 at 6:36 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
Another HOT weekend is in store for the Pine Belt, setting us up for a hot week as well.
Updated: Aug. 18, 2023 at 10:34 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
Forrest General Hospital is one of 14 in the state to serve as a Milk Depot.
Updated: Aug. 18, 2023 at 10:27 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
City officials are planning ahead for other roads that need lighting improvements
Updated: Aug. 17, 2023 at 10:06 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
Several Pine Belt counties are under a burn ban at this time.
Updated: Aug. 17, 2023 at 7:29 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
26 schools in the Pine Belt area are eligible for this service as of right now.
Updated: Aug. 16, 2023 at 8:51 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
As temperatures have gone up, it’s been tough keeping up with plants and landscapes.
Updated: Aug. 13, 2023 at 5:42 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
This week we will see more soaring temperatures and brutal heat indicies.
Updated: Aug. 11, 2023 at 7:22 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
Utility companies will come to the property within three business days to mark the ground where cables lay.
Updated: Aug. 11, 2023 at 6:45 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
Those who are charged with hanging signs on a power pole could face up to 30 days in jail or a $300 fine.
Updated: Aug. 8, 2023 at 8:34 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
The Hattiesburg Convention Commission is providing the latest update on construction progress and plans for opening the park.
Updated: Aug. 5, 2023 at 7:26 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
This evening temperatures will fall into the high 70's. Scattered showers are possible as we go throughout the evening. Sunday temperatures will rise into the high 90's to low 100's across the Pine Belt. There is a 20% chance for afternoon showers and thunderstorms. Monday we will see temperatures in the high 90's to low 100's across the area. There is no chance of showers. It will be a bright, hot, and sunny day.Tuesday will be mostly cloudy with highs in the mid 90's across the Pine Belt. There is a 40% chance for rain and thunderstorms. Overnight lows will be in the high 70's.Wednesday we will be seeing temperatures in the high 90's to low 100's. Skies will be mostly clear. There is a 30% chance of rain. Overnight lows will be in the high 70's across the Pine Belt.
Updated: Aug. 4, 2023 at 10:43 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
Through the device, the temperature, relative humidity, wind, cloud cover, and the angle of the sun are all recorded.
Updated: Aug. 4, 2023 at 8:24 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
Leaders from across the area gathered as US Senator Roger Wicker provided updates from both the federal and state level as it pertained to Mississippi.
Updated: Aug. 3, 2023 at 6:50 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
If you do not move over or slow down upon approaching a utility worker or first responder, you can face a fine of up to one thousand dollars
Updated: Aug. 2, 2023 at 6:26 PM CDT
|By Hannah Hayes
This is the first summer that Mississippi Power has used cooling vests.