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Mississippi Tornado Threatens Catastrophic Damage
7 May
Summary
- A large and destructive tornado was confirmed near Enterprise, MS.
- Catastrophic damage including destroyed homes and vehicles is possible.
- Tornado warnings were issued for multiple counties in Mississippi.
As of 8:04 PM CDT on May 7, 2026, meteorologists confirmed a large and destructive tornado near Enterprise, Mississippi, close to Brookhaven. This tornado posed a threat of catastrophic damage, including the destruction of homes, businesses, vehicles, and the potential for deadly flying debris. The storm was projected to move through several Mississippi communities throughout the evening.
A tornado warning was in effect until 9 PM CDT for portions of Lincoln, Lawrence, and Jefferson Davis counties. Earlier in the evening, another tornado was confirmed between Lexie and Simmon, Mississippi, just before 6 p.m. Additionally, officials reported a tornado south of Brookhaven at 7:45 PM.
Separately, a tornado warning was issued for northeastern Greene County until 8:30 PM CDT. Radar indicated rotation near Leakesville at 8:16 PM, with the storm capable of producing a tornado and golf ball-sized hail, moving east at 40 mph. Forecasters cautioned residents against waiting to see or hear the tornado, emphasizing the difficulty of detecting nighttime tornadoes.
