Mississippi Tornado Warning | Effective 05/06/2026 20:59

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued May 6 at 10:59PM CDT until May 6 at 11:30PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
May 6, 2026 - 8:59pm
Expires: 
May 6, 2026 - 9:30pm
Description: 
At 1059 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Salem, or 15 miles west of Columbia, moving east at 35 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of northwestern Walthall County.
Instruction: 
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris. Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Area Description: 
Walthall, MS
Forcast Office: 
NWS New Orleans LA