Tornado Warning Mississippi | Effective 04/04/2026 19:43

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued April 4 at 9:43PM CDT until April 4 at 10:15PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
April 4, 2026 - 7:43pm
Expires: 
April 4, 2026 - 8:15pm
Description: 
At 943 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Mcneil, or 10 miles east of Bogalusa, moving northeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...Tornado. 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 central Pearl River County. This includes Interstate 59 in Mississippi between mile markers 20 and 21.
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. Heavy rainfall may hide this tornado. Do not wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW! Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Area Description: 
Pearl River, MS
Forcast Office: 
NWS New Orleans LA