Jefferson Davis storm history
Storm events recorded in Jefferson Davis, Mississippi between 1950 and 2025.
463
Total events
51
Tornadoes
94
Hail
42
Floods
8
Deaths
$154.8M
Property damage
Most significant events
Strongest tornadoes, deadliest events, and biggest damage in this county. Up to 50 shown.
This violent, deadly tornado traveled 68 miles through parts of five counties including southeastern Jefferson Davis, central Covington, northwestern Jones, southeastern Jasper, and western Clarke counties. Locations impacted by this tornado include Bassfield, the areas between C…
Tornado F4 Tornado
An EF-4 tornado touched down in Tangipahoa Parish just northeast of Kentwood, LA and produced EF-1 damage northeast through most of Southeast Pike County in Mississippi. As it crossed into Walthall County, EF-2 damage was noted. Pockets of EF-3 damaged occurred all along the path…
This strong tornado traveled over 84 miles through parts of six counties including southern Lawrence, central Jefferson Davis, northern Covington, far northwestern Jones, far southeastern Smith, and Jasper counties. Some of the communities impacted include Oak Vale, the area nort…
Tornado F3 Tornado
Tornado F3 Tornado
Tornado F3 Tornado
An average of 4 to 6 inches of heavy snow fell across Jefferson Davis County, with the highest total of 6.5 inches falling in Prentiss. The snow resulted in numerous downed limbs and trees and power outages across the county. One downed tree landed on a home in Prentiss. An 8-yea…
A quarter inch of ice accumulated across the county with nearly all bridges iced over. Numerous accidents were reported. One indirect fatality occurred due to a vehicle accident.
Tornado EF1 Tornado
This brief EF-1 tornado touched down along Rodeo Road just north of South Rabbit Road producing damage to trees and vegetation. The tornado carried northeastward through Hebron and onto Sonat Road where it downed numerous trees along its path. Generally minor damage to structures…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A couple of trees were blown down in the Oak Vale and Society Hill areas.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A couple of trees were blown down.
Tornado EF1 Tornado
An EF-2 tornado began southeast of Santee in Jefferson Davis County and moved northeast along Santee Methodist Road with widespread damage to trees as it moved northeast across eastern Jefferson Davis County. It crossed Bowie Creek and into Covington County near Wilson Road. The …
Tornado EF2 Tornado
An EF-2 tornado began in far northeastern Marion County where it snapped several trees, damaged a home, and destroyed a barn. It reached its peak intensity as it crossed into southeastern Jefferson Davis County near Black Creed Road. Two mobile homes were destroyed along Hatten R…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were blown down along Highway 42 in Melba.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was blown down.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A few trees were blown down across the county.
Strong Wind Strong Wind
Strong winds blew down several power lines and trees in the county.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A few trees and power lines were blown down.
Tornado EF0 Tornado
This short track tornado touched down near the intersection of Highway 42 and Gum Swamp Road where it caused roof damage and minor tree damage. It continued northeast before it crossed Gum Swamp Road, where some localized trees and limbs were snapped and uprooted. The tornado lif…
Heavy Snow Heavy Snow
Between 1 and 2.5 inches of snow fell across the county.
Tornado EF1 Tornado
This tornado touched down near the community of Gwinville. Along its path, it uprooted softwood trees and broke large branches. An abandoned building was damaged. An old gas station was shifted off its foundation and porch was uplifted, with its gabled roof having caught the wind…
Tornado EF0 Tornado
This short track tornado touched down near the intersection of Highway 42 and Gum Swamp Road where it caused roof damage and minor tree damage. It continued northeast before it crossed Gum Swamp Road, where some localized trees and limbs were snapped and uprooted. The tornado lif…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were blown down on Clem School Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were blown down on Odum Bass Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were blown down on McNease Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Numerous trees blown down, and one fell onto a car.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Numerous trees were blown down.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Numerous trees were blown down.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees and power lines were blown down.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Numerous trees were blown down.
Tornado EF1 Tornado
This brief tornado touched down just southwest of Highway 42 in the Hebron community. Along its path, it produced a concentrated corridor of tree damage. It uprooted several hardwood trees and broke large branches. It dissipated near HWY 42. Max winds were around 95 mph.
Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
Tropical Storm Francine produced strong wind damage as it weakened across central Mississippi. Winds blew down scattered trees and powerlines across Jefferson Davis County.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were blown down in the Prentiss area on Polk Trail, George Deen, Greens Creek, Clem, and Granby roads.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A swath of significant wind damage began in the Oak Vale community in Jefferson Davis County, moved southeast through the Society Hill community, and continued into northern Marion County where it impacted the Bunker Hill and Good Hope communities. This swath was extensive and ha…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Multiple trees were blown down around Bassfield and the Highway 35 S areas.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A line of severe thunderstorms blew down trees along Dan Walker Road and along Mapp Turner Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A line of severe thunderstorms blew down trees in the Prentiss area including one which fell onto MS Highway 42 and several along Progress Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was blown down on Washington Trail, and a tree was blown down on Willie Buckley Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees and power lines were blown down on Broom Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A power line was blown down in Melba.
Drought Drought
Drought conditions in Jefferson Davis County remained at D4 (Exceptional Drought) as depicted on the U.S. Drought Monitor.
Drought Drought
Drought conditions in Jefferson Davis County persisted at D4 (Exceptional Drought) as depicted on the U.S. Drought Monitor.
Drought Drought
Drought conditions in Jefferson Davis County intensified from D2 (Severe Drought) to D4 (Exceptional Drought) as depicted on the U.S. Drought Monitor.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was blown down across MS Highway 42.
Hail Hail
Hail up to the size of half dollars fell along Neil Magee Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Tree limbs were blown down in the road on MS Highway 42 outside of New Hebron.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Tree limbs were blown down into the road near the intersection of Mt. Zion Road and US Highway 84.
Events by year
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 18 | 7 |
| 2024 | 15 | 1 |
| 2023 | 15 | 1 |
| 2022 | 15 | 6 |
| 2021 | 9 | 1 |
| 2020 | 24 | 5 |
| 2019 | 9 | 1 |
| 2018 | 11 | 2 |
| 2017 | 15 | 1 |
| 2016 | 13 | 1 |
| 2015 | 13 | 0 |
| 2014 | 6 | 0 |
| 2013 | 11 | 1 |
| 2012 | 11 | 1 |
| 2011 | 19 | 1 |
| 2010 | 21 | 0 |
| 2009 | 20 | 1 |
| 2008 | 25 | 2 |
| 2007 | 17 | 2 |
| 2006 | 17 | 1 |
| 2005 | 27 | 1 |
| 2004 | 8 | 2 |
| 2003 | 14 | 1 |
| 2002 | 12 | 0 |
| 2001 | 11 | 1 |
| 2000 | 6 | 0 |
| 1999 | 3 | 0 |
| 1998 | 8 | 0 |
| 1997 | 4 | 0 |
| 1996 | 9 | 0 |
| 1995 | 8 | 1 |
| 1994 | 3 | 1 |
| 1993 | 2 | 1 |
| 1992 | 3 | 1 |
| 1991 | 3 | 0 |
| 1990 | 3 | 0 |
| 1988 | 3 | 0 |
| 1987 | 2 | 0 |
| 1986 | 2 | 0 |
| 1984 | 3 | 0 |
| 1983 | 2 | 0 |
| 1982 | 2 | 1 |
| 1979 | 2 | 0 |
| 1978 | 2 | 1 |
| 1977 | 2 | 0 |
| 1976 | 1 | 0 |
| 1975 | 3 | 0 |
| 1973 | 3 | 0 |
| 1972 | 2 | 1 |
| 1971 | 3 | 2 |
| 1970 | 1 | 0 |
| 1961 | 2 | 2 |