04/29/2026
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
City of Meridian, Mississippi officials urge residents to stay off roads amid widespread flooding tonight. We are actively responding to significant flooding across multiple areas of the city due to ongoing severe weather conditions.
Residents are strongly urged to stay off roads tonight unless absolutely necessary. Flooded roadways present serious and unpredictable dangers, including swift water movement, hidden debris, and compromised pavement.
“Our priority is the safety of our residents”, said Mayor Percy Bland, "We’re asking everyone to remain where they are, avoid travel, and allow our first responders to do their work safely and efficiently. Tonight is about safety. So stay put, stay alert, and stay safe.”
Emergency personnel, including police, fire and public works cruise are actively monitoring conditions and responding we needed.
City officials remind everyone:
📍Do not attempt to drive through standing or moving water.
📍Turn around, don’t drown.
📍Be alert for road closures and barricades.
We encourage all citizens to stay tuned to local weather coverage and official City of Meridian, Mississippi communication channels for real time updates. If you encounter an emergency, please call 911. Updates will continue to be provided as conditions evolve.
Please call 601-485-1965 to make reports.
