Hattiesburg faces tornadoes, severe storms, and tropical system rainfall across south Mississippi.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
- Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
- Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
- Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.
// Recommended Supplies
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Severe Storm / Hurricane Remnants |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 8 |
| Last Major Event | Katrina 2005 |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 601-545-4500 |
| Evacuation Routes | US-49 US-98 MS-589 MS-42 |
| Elevation | 151 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Forrest County MS
Mississippi · Tornado / Flash Flooding
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6/10
Moderate Risk