Sun Feb 16 06:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Pine Belt Faces Increased Severe Weather Threat Tonight
**Hattiesburg, MS** – The Pine Belt is bracing for another round of severe weather, with the Storm Prediction Center upgrading the region to a Level 3 Medium Threat. Forecasters at WDAM 7 First Alert Weather now indicate an increased risk of tornadoes, with the possibility of a few supercells developing ahead of a fast-moving squall line expected to hit late tonight.
The squall line, anticipated between 9-11 pm, is expected to bring damaging winds up to 70 mph, potentially causing widespread tree damage and power outages. The line is forecast to reach the I-59 corridor around midnight, with the severe weather threat ending around 2-3 am as the storm system moves into Alabama. While damaging winds are the primary concern, the possibility of a few tornadoes remains across south Mississippi.
Residents are urged to stay informed by monitoring WDAM 7 First Alert Weather Team and the WDAM 7 First Alert Weather app for the latest updates.
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