Mississippi's Recent Tornadoes: What We Know and What's Next

Mississippi has seen a series of tornadoes recently, but the good news is that no one was hurt. There were five tornadoes confirmed, and they were not very strong. Most of them were rated EF-1, with wind speeds between 100 and 110 mph. One was an EF-0, with winds up to 85 mph. These tornadoes hit in the southwest part of the state. One touched down near Norfield on Saturday night, and four more hit on Sunday morning. They caused some damage to homes and buildings, but nothing too serious. Mostly, roofs were damaged, and a mobile home was pushed off its foundation.This year, Mississippi has already seen 12 tornadoes. Seven of them happened earlier in January. The state is no stranger to tornadoes, and this is just part of living in an area where severe weather is possible. Now, people are wondering if more tornadoes will come this weekend. The weather service says there might be storms later this week, but it's too early to tell if they will be severe. The message is clear: stay informed and keep an eye on the weather updates. It's important to remember that tornadoes can happen anytime, and being prepared is key. Knowing what to do when severe weather strikes can make all the difference.