SUMMARY: One person was killed in a two-vehicle crash in Jones County, Mississippi on Highway 29 near Little Sawmill Road. The crash involved a sedan and a pickup, with one person being ejected. One victim was deceased at the scene, while two others sustained minor and moderate injuries and were taken to a local hospital. The cause of the crash is under investigation by the Mississippi Highway Patrol.

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SUMMARY: A strong storm system caused significant damage in Columbus, Mississippi, with high winds bringing down power lines and trees, including on the MUW campus. Emergency crews received numerous calls for help, with some people trapped in their homes. Firefighters responded to multiple house fires, with one resulting in major loss. The storm has been classified as a straight-line wind event, not a tornado. Crews are working to clean up debris and restore power, and officials are urging people to avoid affected areas for safety reasons. The tornado sirens were not activated because there was no tornado warning in the area.

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SUMMARY: Columbus, Mississippi residents came together to help each other after intense storms caused damage to several homes. Volunteers like Dalen and Michael Talley stepped up to assist those in need. Even those who were directly affected by the storm, like Ashley Jones and Judon Phillips, joined in to help their community. Columbus Light and Water worked tirelessly to restore power to homes and businesses. The unity and support shown by the community during this difficult time highlighted the strength and compassion of the people of Columbus, proving that they can always rely on each other, regardless of the weather.

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