URGENT UPDATE: Multiple tornadoes have wreaked havoc across the southern United States today, with severe thunderstorms hitting Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. The National Weather Service confirmed that at 9:20 a.m. local time, a tornado warning was issued near Pascagoula, Mississippi. Just five minutes later, emergency managers reported a tornado touching down close to two miles from Gautier, causing significant damage to homes and businesses.
Video footage reveals the extent of the destruction, including damage to the roof of the Aztecas Restaurant & Cantina and several vehicles in the parking lot. As the storm continued, reports of additional tornadoes surfaced, including a rain-wrapped twister captured on camera near Orange Beach, Alabama, and another confirmed tornado in Moss Point, Mississippi.
With tornado warnings continuing to impact the region, areas along the Gulf Coast—including Alabama, Mississippi, and Florida—remain under alert. The Weather Channel shared a gripping video of a person caught in their vehicle as a tornado appeared unexpectedly in a parking lot, highlighting the immediacy and danger of the situation.
The violent system responsible for these tornadoes is also causing power outages in parts of Texas. Experts warn that this weather pattern will contribute to the first round of rain across the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic as it develops into a potential Halloween storm on the East Coast. Meteorologists are observing the Euro and GFS models, which indicate rain from the Carolinas to the Northeast on Thursday and Friday, although specific impacts are still being assessed.
Officials urge residents in affected areas to stay vigilant as the situation unfolds. With conditions rapidly changing, it is crucial to monitor local weather reports and heed safety warnings.
As this story develops, stay tuned for further updates on the tornadoes and the impending storm. The impact of this severe weather could extend into the Halloween weekend, making it essential for communities to prepare accordingly.
