Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued June 20 at 12:34AM CDT until June 20 at 1:30AM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
June 19, 2026 - 10:34pm
Expires:
June 19, 2026 - 11:30pm
Description:
At 1234 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy
rain across the warned area. Between 2.5 and 7 inches of rain have
fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are possible in
the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Gulfport, Biloxi, Ocean Springs, St. Martin, D'iberville, Latimer,
Gulf Hills, Gulf Park Estates, Lyman and Gulfport Airport.
Due to already very saturated grounds and high rivers, any additional
rainfall will quickly turn to run off and lead to flash flooding.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description:
Harrison, MS; Jackson, MS
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: