Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Pike County, Mississippi
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 17 at 4:19PM CDT until August 17 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
SVRLIX The National Weather Service in New Orleans has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Northeastern St. Helena Parish in southeastern Louisiana... Northwestern Tangipahoa Parish in southeastern Louisiana... Southwestern Pike County in southern Mississippi... Southeastern Amite County in southern Mississippi... * Until 500 PM CDT. * At 419 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Gillsburg to near Kentwood, moving west at 5 mph. HAZARD...Ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Locations impacted include... Kentwood, Osyka, Gillsburg, and Easleyville. This includes the following Interstates... Interstate 55 in Louisiana between mile markers 58 and 66. Interstate 55 in Mississippi between mile markers 1 and 5.
Effective August 17, 2026 at 5:19 PM ET · Expires August 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS New Orleans LA
Expires
August 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
Last Checked
2 hours ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Prepare immediately for large hail and damaging winds. People outside should move immediately to shelter inside a strong building. Stay away from windows. To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement agency. They will send your report to the National Weather Service office in New Orleans.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Pike County, Mississippi?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (2 hours ago). It's set to expire August 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Pike County?
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