Issued for Public Awareness
- Current Conditions:
- Coahoma County remains under:
- Winter Storm Warning until January 25, 2026, at 6:00 PM CST.
- Cold Weather Advisory until January 25, 2026, at 6:00 PM CST.
- Extreme Cold Warning in effect from January 25, 06:00 PM CST until January 27, 12:00 PM CST.
- Impacts:
- Hazardous travel conditions on county roads and city streets
- Reduced traction, especially on bridges and overpasses
- Increased risk of vehicle accidents and stranded motorists
Today
- Freezing rain and sleet expected before 1:00 PM, with a slight chance of snow between 1:00–2:00 PM
- Sleet may be heavy at times
- High: Near 22°F
- Wind Chill: As low as 6°F
- Winds: North-northwest around 15 mph
- Precipitation Chance: 100%
- Ice Accumulation: Around 0.10 inch possible
- Snow/Sleet Accumulation: Less than ½ inch possible
Tonight
- Mostly cloudy, gradually becoming mostly clear
- Low: Around 7°F
- Wind Chill: As low as -5°F
- Winds: North-northwest around 10 mph
Monday
- Sunny and very cold
- High: Near 19°F
- Wind Chill: As low as -6°F
- Winds: North-northwest 5–10 mph
Monday Night
- Mostly clear and bitterly cold
- Low: Around 0°F
- Winds: Calm, becoming south-southwest around 5 mph after midnight
Tuesday
- Sunny and cold
- High: Near 31°F
- Winds: Southwest 5–10 mph
ROAD CONDITIONS & TRAVEL IMPACTS
- Road conditions across Coahoma County have deteriorated since yesterday due to continued freezing rain, sleet, and snow accumulation.
- County roads and city streets are extremely hazardous, with widespread ice coverage and reduced traction.
- Emergency vehicles are experiencing difficulty navigating roadways, which may result in delayed response times.
- Travel is strongly discouraged unless absolutely necessary.
- Residents are urged to remain indoors, avoid travel, and allow emergency responders and road crews to operate safely.
- Dangerous conditions are expected to persist until temperatures rise and roadway treatment efforts become effective.
Public Safety Reminder:
Please check on elderly neighbors, use extreme caution if travel is unavoidable, and stay tuned to official local updates for changing conditions.
The Coahoma County Emergency Management Agency will continue to monitor the Severe Weather Probabilities and provide updates as needed. We urge residents to remain vigilant, monitor local weather updates, and take necessary precautions to stay safe. As always, our priority is the safety and well-being of our community, and we will continue to provide timely updates as the situation evolves.
