Severe Storms Damage Over 300 Homes Across Mississippi

Governor Phil Bryant has declared a state of emergency after storms roll through several counties in Mississippi. On December 27 flash floods and heavy winds ripped through 16 counties resulting in damage, and forcing eight to be placed under the state of emergency proclamation. At this time Clarke, Covington, Forrest, Jasper, Jones, Lauderdale, Perry and Wayne are the eight counties who felt the greatest impact from the storms. Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) Director Greg Michel reported over 200 roads and 300 homes received some type of damage from flood waters and high winds.