SUMMARY: North Mississippi is bracing for heavy rain and potential severe storms overnight. Chickasaw County Emergency Management Director Linda Griffin warns residents to prepare ahead of time, highlighting the need for a safety plan, finding a secure structure to stay in, and staying cautious of falling trees when traveling. Griffin also advises them to sign up for the free code red notifications for storm alerts. For personal safety during storms, Griffin suggests staying on the ground floor, putting as many walls between oneself and the outside, covering with a mattress, and having children wear helmets. Local news updates can be followed on Facebook and Twitter.

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