Overnight Storm Line Moves Across Columbia, Laurel and Hattiesburg Bringing Heavy Rain, Lightning and Gusty Winds

MISSISSIPPI — A line of overnight storms is pushing across southern Mississippi early Monday morning, bringing bursts of heavy rain, lightning and gusty winds to several communities across the region.

As of 12:52 a.m. Monday, meteorologists say the storms are currently staying below severe weather limits, but residents can still expect periods of intense rainfall and brief gusty winds as the line continues moving eastward.

Radar imagery shows the strongest portion of the storm line stretching across portions of southern Mississippi and gradually advancing through multiple communities overnight.

Storm Line Tracking Across Southern Mississippi

The line of storms is moving steadily east and is expected to pass through several towns over the next few hours.

Forecast arrival times include:

• 12:57 a.m. – Columbia
• 1:01 a.m. – Sumrall
• 1:14 a.m. – Laurel
• 1:19 a.m. – Eucutta
• 1:29 a.m. – Hattiesburg
• 1:37 a.m. – Purvis
• 1:43 a.m. – Hollis Creek
• 1:49 a.m. – Waynesboro
• 1:58 a.m. – New Augusta
• 2:09 a.m. – Beaumont

Communities located along this path should expect a brief period of heavier rainfall and lightning as the storm line moves through.

Heavy Rain and Lightning the Primary Concerns

Although the storms are currently not producing severe weather, radar shows pockets of moderate to heavy rainfall embedded within the line.

Residents may notice:

• Quick bursts of heavy rain
• Frequent lightning strikes
• Brief gusty winds as the storm passes

These storms are moving quickly, meaning conditions may deteriorate rapidly for a short period before improving once the line passes.

Travel Could Be Impacted Overnight

Drivers traveling overnight across southern Mississippi may encounter reduced visibility due to heavy rain and wet roadways.

Meteorologists advise motorists to slow down during heavier downpours and remain alert for lightning and gusty winds. Because the storms are moving steadily eastward, impacts in any one location should remain relatively brief.

Storms Expected to Continue Moving East

Weather experts say the line of storms will continue pushing east across Mississippi overnight before eventually moving into neighboring areas later in the morning.

While the system is currently below severe limits, meteorologists are continuing to monitor radar closely in case stronger storms develop. Residents across southern Mississippi should remain aware of changing weather conditions overnight.

Stay with WaldronNews for continued updates as overnight storms move across Mississippi bringing rain, lightning and gusty winds to communities along their path.