The National Weather Service office in Jackson is warning many Mississippians to keep a close eye on the weather through Thursday, as a storm system brings a potential for severe weather.
NWS meteorologist Eric Carpenter said the Golden Triangle could expect the rain to begin during the evening hours Wednesday and continue well into Thursday.
Rain and winds will be the primary threat for the Golden Triangle, according to Carpenter, who said the greater threat will likely remain to the south/southwest of the area. However, NWS officials urge that a tornado can’t be ruled out.
“The main concern is going to be the heavy rain and (the Golden Triangle) is kind of on the edge of the heaviest rain,” Carpenter said. "You might get around three inches of rain, which could cause localized flash flooding, and additional heavy rain could lead to some ponds of water in low lying areas.”
According to the latest graphic provided by the National Weather Service, most of the Golden Triangle will see an “elevated” threat, while the brunt of the “significant threat” is forecast for the south.
Carpenter then said a few locations could see heavier rain that could result in “some bonafide flash flooding.”
However, Carpenter said it is still too early to tell where the biggest impacts could be.
“Be prepared if you’re living near a creek,” Carpenter said. “Those folks will want to keep a close eye out. Flooding at night is tough and it’s harder to see the flood water.”