Flood Warning — Lee County, Mississippi
Flooding is occurring or imminent along rivers, streams, or low-lying areas.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued August 20 at 6:44PM CDT until August 20 at 11:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
* WHAT...Urban areas and small streams flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Western Lee County in northeastern Mississippi... Northern Pontotoc County in northeastern Mississippi... * WHEN...Until 1100 PM CDT. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 642 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Flooding is ongoing near County Road 244 and Highway 15. Between 8 and 9 inches of rain have fallen in the past 3 hours. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Mainly rural areas of Western Lee and Northern Pontotoc Counties. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Effective August 20, 2026 at 7:44 PM ET · Expires August 21, 2026 at 12:00 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Memphis TN
Expires
August 21, 2026 at 12:00 AM ET
Last Checked
just now
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Also In Effect For
This same Flood Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flood Warning mean for Lee County, Mississippi?
Flooding is occurring or imminent along rivers, streams, or low-lying areas.
Is this Flood Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (just now). It's set to expire August 21, 2026 at 12:00 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Flood Warning alerts for Lee County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flood Warning is also in effect for Pontotoc County.