WWUS54 KJAN 150716
SVSJAN

Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Jackson MS
116 AM CST Sun Feb 15 2026

MSC031-150730-
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Covington MS-
116 AM CST Sun Feb 15 2026

...A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 130 AM CST FOR
NORTHEASTERN COVINGTON COUNTY...

At 116 AM CST, a confirmed tornado was located near Taylorsville, or
9 miles northeast of Collins, moving northeast at 60 mph.

HAZARD...Damaging tornado.

SOURCE...Radar confirmed tornado.

IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without 
         shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage 
         to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur.  Tree damage is 
         likely.

This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
northeastern Covington County.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

To repeat, a tornado is on the ground. TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a
basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy
building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in
a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect
yourself from flying debris.

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LAT...LON 3167 8955 3178 8962 3180 8940 3160 8940
      3160 8951
TIME...MOT...LOC 0716Z 225DEG 52KT 3177 8948 

TORNADO...OBSERVED
MAX HAIL SIZE...<.75 IN

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