Response Updates

Relief for Mississippi Tornado Survivors

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People stand among debris at Gene's Mobile Home Supply, a trailer park in Bogue Chitto, Miss., Thursday, May, 7, 2026, after a tornado cut across the state. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

May 8, 2026 | 12:51 p.m.

On Wednesday, May 6, multiple tornadoes flipped and flattened homes in central and southern Mississippi. 

No deaths were reported, but at least 17 people have been reported injured. Some 500 homes across five counties were damaged.

The storms triggered widespread power outages, downed trees, and blocked roads.

Sending Help & Hope

Convoy of Hope has already distributed 64,000 pounds of supplies, and additional truckloads are on the way. Affected communities received totes, cleaning items, hygiene kits, food, water, and other emergency relief supplies.

Convoy is working closely with partners and local authorities to send resources to those who need them most.

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