JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The National Weather Service (NWS) in Jackson has confirmed an EF-1 tornado hit Jackson on Wednesday, March 30.
Two survey teams found EF-1 damage in south Jackson, while another tornado found in south Forrest County has low-end EF-2 damage associated with it.
The severe storms caused damage in many areas knocking down trees, power lines and damaging homes and businesses. More than 20 counties have reported damage to homes.
According to Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), three people were injured during Wednesday’s storms. Two injuries were reported in Noxubee County, and one injury was reported in Holmes County.