NWS Jackson warns of continued flash flooding threat

Published 10:00 am Monday, July 22, 2024

BROOKHAVEN — Forecasts show the chances of rain are not going away any time soon. The National Weather Service warns localized heavy rainfall in southwest Mississippi could cause flash flooding through Tuesday.

Monday morning, the forecasted chance of rain was 80 percent with showers and storms possible. The high is forecast to be 88 degrees. Tuesday’s forecast calls for an 80 percent chance of rain. NWS Jackson warns localized rain totals from thunderstorms could be between two to four inches in some areas through Tuesday. Low lying areas, urban places and other areas could be at risk.

Rain chances continue Wednesday and Thursday with 80 percent chances of rain. The forecasted highs are 81 for those days. Friday’s rain chances drop to 60 percent and the temperature will start to climb to a high of 86.

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NWS Jackson forecasts the high to return to 90 degrees again on Saturday with a 50 percent chance of rain.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reports there are no tropical disturbances predicted in the next 48 hours or seven days. We will continue to monitor tropical storm development in the Gulf of Mexico.