Oxford, MS News

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for most of Lafayette County and all of Oxford until 9:45 p.m. A tornado remains possible.

The tornado watch for Lafayette County scheduled for Sunday has been canceled, but a freeze warning is in effect beginning early Sunday morning.

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for northern Lafayette County until 9:15 p.m., according to the National Weather Service.

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for most of Lafayette County and the city of Oxford until 9:15 p.m., with a possible tornado threat.

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for most of Lafayette County and the city of Oxford until 9:45 p.m., with a tornado possible.

A fallen tree has closed a section of Highway 334 near County Road 418, prompting officials to advise motorists to seek alternate routes.

The tornado watch for Lafayette County scheduled for Sunday has been canceled. A freeze warning will take effect early Monday morning.

With severe weather forecasted, Lafayette County officials advise residents to identify and prepare to use designated storm shelters now. Shelters are open across the county, especially for mobile home residents.

Lafayette County officials issued a severe weather update on Sunday afternoon, warning residents to stay alert.

A tornado watch has been issued for all of Lafayette County, lasting until 11 p.m., according to weather authorities.