Pearl River County, Mississippi — The National Weather Service in New Orleans has issued a Flash Flood Warning for west central Pearl River County in southern Mississippi, in effect until 10:45 PM CDT Saturday.

What is happening: Thunderstorms are dropping heavy rain across the warned area. Doppler radar showed between 3 and 5 inches of rain have already fallen, with heavy rain still coming down. Another 1 to 3 inches of rain is possible before the storms clear out. Flash flooding is happening now or is expected to begin shortly.

Local impacts: Low-lying ground, streets and small waterways in west central Pearl River County can flood quickly under this kind of downpour. Water can rise fast in poor-drainage spots, and driving through it is deadly.

What to do:

- Never drive through a flooded road — turn around, don't drown. Most flood deaths happen in vehicles.

- Move to higher ground right away if water starts rising around you.

- Stay away from creeks and streams, which can rise suddenly in heavy rain.

- Keep clear of underpasses and low spots where water collects first.

Source: National Weather Service, New Orleans, October 31, 2026.