Gov. Phil Bryant declares state of emergency following severe weather

JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) – Governor Phil Bryant has declared a state of emergency following severe weather throughout the state on Monday.

In a press conference Tuesday morning, Governor Bryant said MEMA is out assessing damage in the state.

Tornado damage has been reported in Tishomingo, Union and Lee County.

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