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WDAM 7 Morning Commute – May 16, 2024
SUMMARY: Good morning, Pine Belt residents! Apologies for missing yesterday’s commute update due to illness. The Mississippi Department of Transportation has issued an emergency alert for US1 ramp from i59 near Laurel, which is closed for repairs until 11:30. Highway 44 between Summerall and Columbia still has alerts due to storm debris. Various road closures and lane restrictions are in effect across the region, including ramp closures on i59 and ongoing construction in Hattiesburg. Stay updated with the WDAM news app for real-time alerts. Drive safely and be cautious of road crews working in the area. Stay safe and have a great Thursday!
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Storms possible for parts of Father’s Day
SUMMARY: Parts of the region could see storms on Father’s Day, with highs in the upper 80s to low 90s and heat indices in the upper 90s. Afternoon storms may bring gusty winds and hail, though severe weather is not expected. Monday follows a similar pattern with scattered afternoon storms. A high-pressure system will move in by Thursday, bringing well-above-average temperatures. Heat indices may reach 107–110 degrees by Friday, especially west of I-55 in Mississippi. The week ahead will remain hot and humid, with increasingly oppressive heat expected through the weekend. Stay weather-aware and hydrated amid the steamy conditions.
16 WAPT meteorologist Christana Kay has the forecast for Jackson and Central Mississippi.
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Port Gibson event raises safety concerns
SUMMARY: A party planned for Saturday night in Port Gibson has sparked safety concerns following a recent mass shooting at the Fayette Festival in Jefferson County. The event, aimed at celebrating before Father’s Day, is organized by outside promoters from Jefferson County and Vicksburg. Claiborne County Sheriff Edward Goods expressed serious concerns about the timing and risks, urging sensitivity and cooperation for arrests to prevent violence. Port Gibson Mayor Willie White clarified the city has not issued a permit and emphasized public safety while respecting legal operations. Club owners and local law enforcement assure strict security and peacekeeping efforts at the event.
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Today's First Alert Weather Kid is Kylee (6/13)
SUMMARY: Today’s First Alert Weather Kid is Kylee. She submitted a drawing featuring the sun shining down while large raindrops fall from the sky onto some plants. This artwork captures a mix of sunshine and rain, representing changing weather conditions. Kylee’s picture is a pretty accurate portrayal of this weather scene. The program thanks Kylee for her photo submission and encourages others to continue sending in weather-related drawings and pictures just like hers.
Today’s First Alert Weather Kid is Kylee (6/13)
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