There may be more showers and some strong winds today. Some gusts could reach 40mph.

More strong thunderstorms are expected to move across our area. Continue to monitor conditions and stay safe. inws.ncep.noaa.gov/a/a.php?i=9690…

Campus will be under a tornado watch for most of the day. Our greatest threat for severe weather will be this afternoon and evening. Strong winds and hail are expected, and tornadoes are possible today.

The Starkville campus has been placed under a TORNADO WATCH. Remember: A Watch means conditions are favorable for tornadoes to form and a Warning could be issued at any time. Monitor local weather developments.

We expect severe weather to move through campus tomorrow. Follow developments from local weather stations and have a plan for getting to safety.

We will not conduct an outdoor warning siren test today. Continue to monitor conditions and follow developments.

We still expect storms to move across campus later today. Strong winds and hail are expected. Tornadoes can't be ruled out.

Stay weather-aware! Tomorrow's storms could bring strong winds and hail. Tornadoes can't be ruled out.

Want to learn more about how to prepare? Join our Severe Weather Preparedness session tomorrow (Tues) at 3:00 in the Union's Fowlkes Auditorium (3rd Floor).

A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Louisiana and Mississippi until 2 AM CDT

The Starkville campus has been placed under a TORNADO WATCH. Remember: A Watch means conditions are favorable for tornadoes to form and a Warning could be issued at any time. Monitor local weather developments.

Although storms are not expected until this evening, we will see increasing winds throughout the day. Stay weather-aware, Bulldogs.

It is a beautiful day, but temperatures will drop below freezing tonight.

Stay weather-aware and use caution if you plan to travel tomorrow. Check local conditions. Strong winds and hail are possible with these storms.

Storms will move across campus today. Some may be severe and bring strong wind gusts and hail. Tornadoes can't be ruled out. Stay weather aware, Bulldogs.

The outdoor warning sirens will not undergo their monthly test today. The test will be conducted next Tuesday, weather permitting.

A line of storms will soon pass over campus. Some strong winds may be present.

Gusty winds are likely through Wednesday morning, with gusts of 40 to 50 mph possible at times. Travel may be difficult for high profile vehicles, and some trees may fall.

Nope, it’s not a dirty windshield you’re looking through, unless it is……but for all of you drivers with clean windshields what you’re seeing is smoke. We’ve been advised that the Noxubee Refuge is conducting controlled burns South of Starkville.

Today's topic is Tornadoes. Know the difference between a Tornado Watch and a Tornado Warning:
A Watch means conditions are favorable for tornadoes to form (Be prepared).
A Warning means a tornado has been spotted on radar or by a spotter (Get to safety).

Today's Spring Severe Weather Preparedness topic is Flash Flooding. Heavy rains can overwhelm drains and quickly flood a road or parking lot. Avoid driving in areas where the road isn't visible.