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Governor Tate Reeves Extends Mississippi’s State of Emergency for an Additional 30 Days
JACKSON, Miss. — Governor Tate Reeves, in coordination with State Health Officer Thomas Dobbs and MEMA Executive Director Stephen McCraney, today announced the extension of Mississippi's State of Emergency for an additional 30 days.
This extension will ease the process of marshalling additional resources for the state's…
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5/16 – The Chief’s “Humidity Returns” Thursday Morning Forecast
SUMMARY: The old frontal boundary is stalled near the coast, with storms expected to fire along it later in the day. The heaviest rainfall is predicted along a line from Austin to DeRidder, up to McComb and near Hattiesburg over the next few days. Severe storms are more likely to form north of this boundary, with large hail possible. The area will be unstable before midnight, with conditions conducive for severe storms. Multiple storm systems are expected on Friday, bringing heavy rainfall and the potential for severe weather. By the weekend, the threat of heavy rain and severe storms will diminish as the surface low and upper weakness move east.
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Biloxi Police Department honors fallen officers
SUMMARY: During National Police Week, South Mississippi law enforcement agencies are honoring officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. In Biloxi, a ceremony was held to remember fallen officers, with bagpipes playing and community members gathering. The event also honored officers from other agencies who sacrificed their lives in service to their communities. Family members of fallen officers expressed gratitude for the remembrance ceremonies, which help change the perception of police enforcement in communities. Chief John Miller emphasized the importance of honoring fallen officers and expressed appreciation for the respect law enforcement officers receive in the community.
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Investigation continues into 4 electrical blackouts on ship that caused Baltimore bridge collapse
SUMMARY: The container ship Dali experienced electrical blackouts before leaving Baltimore's port, which were different from the power outages that led to the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, killing six workers. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incidents, with the ship losing power and crashing into the bridge. Initial findings suggest that maintenance issues and changes to the ship's electrical configuration may have played a role in the accidents. The FBI has also launched a criminal investigation. The ship is expected to be refloated and guided back to the Port of Baltimore.
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