Hinds County Monitoring the Local Weather Situation and Making Preparations for Hurricane Delta

The Hinds County Department of Emergency Management is closely monitoring Hurricane Delta and the possible effects it will have on the Hinds County local area. We have also met with the 2020 Mississippi State Fair officials to help ensure the safety and well-being of everyone visiting and working at the fairgrounds as this critical weather even moves through the area.

Heavy rainfall associated with Hurricane Delta will likely lead to flash flooding in Hinds County. Flash flooding occurs so quickly that people are caught off-guard. If you live in low-lying, flood prone areas you should be preparing now.

Remember NEVER drive on a flooded roadway or through flood waters! Turn Around Don’t Drown!

Public Works crews from Hinds County and the City of Jackson will be on standby to monitor areas for downed trees, flooding (viaducts), and to set up traffic barriers if and/or when necessary.

The Hinds County Department of Emergency Management urges ALL individuals to take the following precautionary measures during the Hurricane Delta weather event:

• • Storm Updates: Everyone should listen to the local news for the latest National Weather Service advisories.
    • Updates will be regularly posted on all Hinds County Emergency Management social media channels: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @HINDSEOC.
    • If you haven’t already, please sign up to receive Hinds County CodeRed alerts straight to your cellular phone. You can do so by going to www.hindscountyms.com. 

 

• Prepare an emergency kit: If it becomes necessary for you to evacuate your home, it is recommended that you have an emergency kit that will sustain you at least 3 days. Some essential items to include are:

• nonperishable food items,

• water (one gallon/person/day),

• clothing, shoes, and protective gear for each family member,

• blankets,

• a flashlight,

• radio,

• spare batteries,

• Special considerations must be made for the young and/or disabled such as baby food and medications as appropriate.

• In addition, the kit should include photo copies of important family documents, such as birth certificates and insurance policies in a waterproof container in case of flooding. 

• A full checklist of supplies can also be found online at www.ready.org.

 

For additional information, contact Hinds County Emergency Management Director Joey Perkins at      601-968-6771 or jperkins@co.hinds.ms.us.