Heat Advisory Issued for Morehouse, West Carroll, East Carroll Until 8 PM CDT Saturday
The National Weather Service warns of heat index values up to 110 degrees Fahrenheit in parts of Louisiana and Mississippi.
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Heat Advisory for Morehouse, West Carroll, East Carroll and Other Areas from 11 AM to 8 PM CDT Saturday
The National Weather Service in Jackson, Mississippi, has issued a Heat Advisory for Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 11 AM to 8 PM CDT. The advisory begins at 11 AM CDT Saturday and remains in effect until 8 PM CDT Saturday. It covers portions of northeast Louisiana and central, south central, southwest, and west central Mississippi, including 34 counties and parishes such as Morehouse, West Carroll, East Carroll, Richland, Madison, Franklin, Catahoula, Tensas, Concordia, Issaquena, Sharkey, Yazoo, Warren, Hinds, Rankin, Claiborne, Copiah, Simpson, Jefferson, Adams, Franklin, Lincoln, Lawrence, Jefferson Davis, and Marion. Cities affected include Winnsboro, Rayville, Jackson, Monticello, Brandon, Newellton, Bastrop, Pearl, Tallulah, Brookhaven, Fayette, Natchez, Bude, Vidalia, Roxie, Hazlehurst, Ferriday, Columbia, Crystal Springs, Mendenhall, Canton, Wesson, Port Gibson, Meadville, and West Ferriday.
Heat index values up to 110 are expected. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat-related illnesses. The National Weather Service advises drinking plenty of fluids, staying in an air-conditioned room, staying out of the sun, and checking on relatives and neighbors. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles, as car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. When outside, wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing and limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
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