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Mississippi Gulf Coast first responders providing aid to Florida

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-10-10 12:48:04

SUMMARY: This morning, First Responders from the Gulf Coast are aiding Florida following recent disasters, with dozens of firefighters from the Gulfport Fire Department, as well as Jackson and Harrison County Fire Rescues, participating in the effort. Many of these firefighters are veterans of past hurricanes like Camille and Katrina, allowing them to empathize with the challenges faced by Floridians. Their presence provides hope to affected communities. The group is expected to remain in Florida for about two weeks, joined by 22 members of the Mississippi National Guard, who will conduct search and rescue operations and distribute essential supplies.

Thursday morning, first responders from the Coast are answering the call for help. Dozens of firefighters are in Florida aiding with the aftermath.

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Digital Desk: Scattered showers and storms expected this afternoon (6/15/25)

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2025-06-15 09:13:13

SUMMARY: Good morning South Mississippi, and happy Father’s Day! It’s a nice start with mostly clear skies and temperatures in the 70s and 80s. Expect increasing cloud cover and scattered showers and storms developing by the afternoon, especially around 2 to 3 PM. Some storms may produce frequent lightning, small hail, and gusty winds up to 40-50 mph, but no severe weather is expected. Rain chances continue through midweek, easing by Thursday or Friday as a high-pressure ridge strengthens, bringing lower rain chances and hotter temperatures. No tropical activity is expected in the Gulf or Atlantic over the next seven days.

Meteorologist Aaron Colby has an update on your Father’s Day forecast. He details the expected scattered showers and storms this afternoon.

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Shooting at West Side Park in Gulfport leaves 1 injured, police say

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2025-06-14 22:29:23

SUMMARY: A shooting occurred at West Side Park in Gulfport, leaving one person injured, according to police. The incident unfolded recently, though officials have released few details at this time. Authorities confirmed that one individual was shot, but the extent of their injuries remains unknown. It is also unclear whether anyone else was involved or affected. The investigation is ongoing as officials work to gather more information. The community is awaiting further updates as law enforcement continues its response to the incident. West Side Park, typically a place for recreation, became the scene of violence, prompting concern among Gulfport residents.

Officials with the Gulfport Police Department are investigating a shooting at West Side Park that left one person injured.

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Digital Desk: Possible showers and storms Saturday afternoon (6/14/25)

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2025-06-14 09:12:22

SUMMARY: Good morning, South Mississippi. Today will be busy with scattered showers and storms starting around noon or 1 p.m., similar to recent days. Storms are scattered, some may be strong with frequent lightning, small hail, or gusty winds up to 50 mph but no severe weather is expected. This activity is enhanced by a slow-moving low-pressure system causing above-average rainfall this week. Showers will taper off by late evening as the sun sets. Tomorrow, rain chances decrease slightly with continued afternoon storms, especially on Father’s Day. The tropics remain quiet with no storms expected in the next 5-7 days.

Meteorologist Aaron Colby has an update on the radar, with some possible showers and storms Saturday afternoon.

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