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Meteorologist Trey Tonnessen: “Pre-Thanksgiving” 10PM Forecast
SUMMARY: The Weather Authority reports calm winds this evening as seen from the Golden Nugget Tower camera. Satellite and radar imagery indicates cloud build-up in the area, though the movement might not be apparent. Northerly winds will continue tonight, leading to mostly overcast skies over the Mississippi Gulf Coast and parts of Southern Louisiana for the holiday. Rainfall is not certain despite cloud coverage. Temperature-wise, coastal areas are in the lower 50s, while inland sees low to mid-40s. Due to lower dew points and winds, overnight lows won’t drop as much. A high-pressure system means continued north-northeast winds and slightly lower overnight temperatures than previously expected. Some models predict spotty showers or bands of rain for Thursday. The forecast includes a modest 20% chance of rain for the holiday to prevent disrupting plans.
Wednesday November 22nd, 2023: Dewpoints are one of reasons the Mississippi Gulf Coast will be chilly tonight. Overnight lows will be a good bit cooler than Tuesday night. Dewpoints dropped into the upper 30s to lower 40s for most of the area. Another aspect of tonights cooler temperatures are the winds. Winds on the Gulf Coast look like they’ll collapse. In simple terms, for all you at home, that will help temperatures drop quickly this evening. Though we will still be cooler than Tuesday night by a decent margin, overnight lows still will not quite reach the potential they could have; if conditions were more straightforward. A large reason for that is a large amount of high clouds streaming in overnight. Those high clouds jack up our traditional radiational cooling setup.
As always: A cloudy day is no match for a sunny disposition. Be nice to each other.
– Meteorologist Trey Tonnessen –
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New world record: lightning bolt flashes across sky for over 500 miles
SUMMARY: In October 2017, a new world record lightning bolt was detected, flashing across more than 500 miles. A study published in the American Meteorological Society Journal revealed satellite data showing a single lightning strike traveling from Texas through Oklahoma and Arkansas into Missouri. This surpassed the previous record of a lightning bolt stretching over South Mississippi in April 2020. The 2017 lightning event was part of a complex of storms stretching from Texas to South Mississippi, with satellite data indicating the bolt traveled 477 miles, setting a new record for the longest lightning flash ever observed.
The previous record was held by a bolt that flashed across the Gulf Coast and South Mississippi.
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Book Club: 'The Widow Chose Red?' by Rachel Kerr Schneider
SUMMARY:
Mississippi is renowned for its rich tradition of storytelling. Currently, the spotlight is on Mississippi author Rachel Kerr Schneider and her book The Widow Chose Red. This work highlights the state’s legacy of compelling narrators, continuing the tradition with fresh voices and stories. Rachel Kerr Schneider’s contribution enriches Mississippi’s literary scene and invites readers to experience the depth of its cultural heritage through her storytelling. The book club celebrates her work, acknowledging her role in sustaining Mississippi’s storytelling legacy. Thank you for joining us in appreciating this notable author and her book.
Book Club: ‘The Widow Chose Red?’ by Rachel Kerr Schneider
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Officer-involved shooting in Gulfport was justified, AG says
SUMMARY: The Attorney General’s office has concluded its investigation into a 2024 officer-involved shooting at the William Bell Apartments in Gulfport. Police responded to reports of screams inside an apartment and found Kendrall Tate actively stabbing another man. The Gulfport police officer involved shot Tate, who later died from his injuries. The AG’s investigation determined the use of force was justified. This finding comes alongside reviews of two other officer-involved shootings in Corinth and Meridian, which were also examined by Attorney General Lynn Fitch’s office.
After the investigation by the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation, the Attorney General’s Office said the use of force was justified.
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