Mississippi tornado damage: Shocking video shows aftermath of Bogochito tornado, ‘homes destroyed, trees downed’
A shocking video circulating on X shows the aftermath of an incident tornadoLocated in Bogue Chitto, Mississippi. This video shows several damaged mobile homes after the storm hit.
“PDS tornado destroyed Wash Trailer Park in Bogue Chitto, Mississippi. Multiple mobile homes destroyed, downed trees, and downed power lines,” X account @Weatherchasing_ wrote in the video caption.
What we know about Mississippi tornadoes
A large, extremely dangerous tornado ripped through parts of Mississippi on Wednesday night, May 6, WAFB reported. The storm resulted in a tornado emergency in several communities. Report significant damage appeared.
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Meanwhile, the National Weather Service in Jackson issued a state of emergency for Bude, Meadville, McCall Creek, Brookhaven and Bogue Chitto. The warning was issued after a confirmed damaging tornado was observed near Meadville at around 7:09 p.m., moving east at 50 mph.
“This is an especially dangerous situation. Take cover now!” the warning reads.
The warning covers eastern Lincoln and Franklin counties. Forecasters said deadly damage could be caused in these areas. The National Weather Service said flying debris could be deadly and mobile homes could be destroyed or even completely destroyed.
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Franklin County emergency officials reported that a large tornado that ripped through the Garden City neighborhood destroyed several homes. Some residents were reportedly trapped inside damaged homes. The dangerous conditions ultimately slowed the response, according to emergency responders.
The National Weather Service then issued another warning for northeastern Lincoln County, Lawrence County and western Jefferson Davis County after a large tornado was reported near Enterprise near Brookhaven at around 7:59 p.m., moving east at 35 mph.
Forecasters told anyone in the path of the tornado to move to a basement or indoor room on the lowest level of a sturdy building. They are also asked to stay away from windows. Those in mobile homes, vehicles or outdoors are asked to move to the nearest large shelter.
According to the National Weather Service, the National Weather Service. The strongest storms could produce powerful tornadoes, damaging wind gusts, large hail and flash flooding, the report said.
