Jackson County Extension Office

10/10/2026

‼️‼️‼️ MORNING UPDATE ‼️‼️‼️
Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 7:30AM

Following Hurricane Isaias’s passage, conditions across Jackson County this morning are improving. At 7:15 a.m., Trent Lott International Airport reported northwest winds near 7 mph, cloudy skies, and no rain reported in that observation. Drier conditions are expected today.

Local reports indicate storm-related power outages and a fallen tree affecting electric service in Gautier overnight. Most reported outages have since been restored across South Mississippi. A current countywide road assessment has not been confirmed, and motorists should watch for debris and traffic signals that may be out of service. Residents are asked to remain cautious around storm debris, standing water, and downed power lines.

If your home or property sustained damage from Hurricane Isaias, please report it through Jackson County’s self-reporting damage assessment tool:

🔗https://www.msema.org/report-damage

Follow the prompts to provide the location and details of the damage, and upload photos if available. Please document damage only when it is safe to do so. Your reports help the Jackson County Office of Emergency Services assess the storm’s impacts throughout the county.

WEEKEND OUTLOOK
Saturday: Partly cloudy and breezy, with highs in the 70s and north winds around 10–20 mph. Drier conditions are expected.
Sunday: A cool start, with morning temperatures in the 50s possible, followed by afternoon highs in the 80s.

Thank you to our residents for taking precautions, following official information, and keeping safety first throughout this storm.

Our thoughts are with the communities that experienced the hurricane’s greatest impacts. We wish continued safety for residents, first responders, and recovery crews, and a swift recovery for the affected areas.

With storm response operations winding down, the Jackson County Office of Emergency Services is returning to its regular daily responsibilities, maintaining readiness and working with our partners to help keep Jackson County safe.

Stay safe, Jackson County.

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MEMA Citizen Self-Reporting Links by County*Important! This self-report tool is not a 9-1-1 service. If there is an immediate, life-threatening need after a storm, please call 9-1-1.*Submitting a damage report is NOT an application for financial assistance. This is a data-collection tool MEMA uses t...

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Due to the anticipated landfall of Hurricane Isaias, the Jackson County Government offices will be CLOSED ALL DAY Friday, October 9, 2026.

The Jackson County Government offices will resume normal business on Monday, October 12, 2026. For additional information and updates, we encourage you to follow our Jackson County, Mississippi Government and/or our Jackson County Office of Emergency Services pages.

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STORM PREPARATION STARTS IN YOUR YARD

While conditions are safe, take time to pick up loose limbs and debris and bring in or secure outdoor items. Patio furniture, potted plants, toys, garden tools and decorations can become dangerous flying debris in strong winds. Remember to secure trash cans, too.

Clear leaves and debris from gutters and downspouts to help rainwater flow away from your home. Complete outdoor preparations before weather conditions deteriorate.

Storm conditions may affect trash pickup. Please stay tuned for official updates regarding collection schedules.

A little preparation now can help protect your home, your neighbors and your community.