SUMMARY: Over the weekend, a fire engine flipped in Wiggins, pinning a firefighter underneath. The firefighter, who remains anonymous, was responding to an accident on Highway 26 by Bay Drive and SE Earl Road when the vehicle flipped twice. The firefighter was trapped but was kept safer by wearing a seatbelt. After a chaotic scene with equipment strewn around, the crew used the jaws of life to free the firefighter within ten minutes. Despite some complications, her injuries are not severe. The accident is under investigation by highway patrol. Stone County has replaced the fire department's vehicle to maintain operations.

A firefighter, who remains anonymous, was responding to an accident when the vehicle flipped, pinning them underneath.

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SUMMARY: WX News Now at 10 begins with breaking news: traffic on I-10 in Jackson County has been at a standstill for nearly four hours following a crash involving two 18-wheelers. The crash tragically claimed one life this afternoon. Live footage shows the ongoing situation, with traffic expected to remain backed up for some time. Updates will be provided as the story develops.

As of 9:02 p.m., officials say the cleanup could take up to six hours.

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SUMMARY: This week is National Travel and Tourism Week, highlighting tourism's role in stimulating growth, community development, and quality of life on the Gulf Coast. Nearly 25 million travelers visit Mississippi annually, with over $7 billion spent statewide in 2022. Coastal Mississippi contributed $2.7 billion, about 30% of state tourism income, generating $7.9 million in tax revenue. Coastal Mississippi plans to showcase different types of tourism, such as sports, fishing, and outdoor activities. In 2022, close to 28,000 people were employed in tourism-driven jobs. New developments and an Agricultural Center in Hancock County are ahead of schedule. For more information, visit coastmississippi.com.

During National Travel and Tourism Week, Coastal Mississippi will highlight different streams of tourist locations.

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