FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Laura Hipp (601) 576-2020; lhipp@governor.state.ms.us
DATE: Sept. 2, 2011
GOV. BARBOUR DECLARES STATE OF EMERGENCY SOUTHERN
MISSISSIPPI
JACKSON – Gov. Haley Barbour today declared a State of Emergency in several
Mississippi counties that will be impacted by severe tropical weather in the Gulf of
Mexico.
The counties affected include: George, Hancock, Harrison, Jackson, Marion, Pearl River
and Stone counties and other affected areas.
“Do not underestimate the impact of this system of tropical weather,” Gov. Barbour said.
“While it is not a hurricane, this weather system is expected to cause tremendous flooding.
Make preparations now to protect your family and your property
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