Oxford, MS News

Residents are urged to prepare for overnight stays at warming centers, as road conditions are expected to deteriorate after dark.

Oxford School District will be closed from Jan. 26 to Jan. 30 due to severe weather and power outages, officials say.

Lafayette County has opened a warming shelter at the county arena, with the city of Oxford opening one at the Oxford Conference Center tonight, officials say.

Mississippi officials announced closures and delays at driver service centers amid winter weather impacting the state.

The city of Oxford has issued a shelter-in-place order due to severe weather conditions, advising residents to stay indoors and avoid travel.

An ice storm has caused widespread disruptions on campus and in the Oxford community, with many without power and dangerous road conditions.

Emergency officials urge residents to stay home as fallen trees and downed power lines persist throughout the area.

A severe weather outbreak is impacting the area early this morning, with heavy freezing rain accompanied by lightning and thunder.

Authorities advise residents to remain indoors as trees and power lines continue to fall, blocking roads and creating dangerous conditions.

Most roads are passable, but widespread power outages remain in the county and Oxford, as emergency crews work to clear downed trees and lines.