Tracking a Couple of Storm Systems Across the Country

Showers, along with a few strong to severe thunderstorms, are expected from the Great Lakes, New England and southward into the Ohio and Tennessee Valleys. In the wake of this system, a stronger storm is expected to track from the Pacific Northwest, Plains and through the Eastern U.S. this weekend. Strong winds, showers and a larger drop in temperatures are expected this weekend into Monday. Read More >

Big Point, MS Tornado - June 24, 2020

Rating:	EF-0
Estimated Maximum Wind:	60 mph
Injuries/Fatalities:	None
Damage Path Length:	0.1 miles
Maximum Path Width:	20 yards
Approximate Start Point/Time:	9 miles NNE of Escatawpa, MS at 1258 PM CDT
Approximate End Point/Time:	9 miles NNE of Escatawpa, MS at 1259 PM CDT

Jackson County Emergency Management has surveyed the storm damage near Escatawpa, MS. It has been determined the damage was the result of a tornado. The tornado has been rated an EF-0 on the Enhanced Fujita Scale. Damage estimates were consistent with winds of 60 mph.

Emergency Manager surveyed minor damage on Goff Farms Road where several small limbs were snapped and a pool liner was lifted and carried about 40 yards. No structural damage was observed.

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Tracking a Couple of Storm Systems Across the Country

NWS New Orleans/Baton Rouge June 24, 2020 Big Point, MS Tornado