January 2026 Winter Weather

FEMA-3640-EM-MS.pdf

Governor Tate Reeves has requested a Major Disaster Declaration for multiple counties impacted by the severe winter storms that swept across the state from January 23 to January 27, 2026.

This includes a request for individual assistance, as well as disaster unemployment. Additionally, it includes a request for public assistance to assist local governments, including for debris removal.

If approved, applications for assistance will open. We’ll keep you informed every step of the way.

Shelters and Safe Rooms

Check with local city and county officials for the latest on distribution sites.

Lafayette County

Walmart - 2530 Jackson Ave W, Oxford, MS

Mobile Laundry & Showers: In partnership with Matthew 25: Ministries and Procter & Gamble, mobile units will provide hot showers and laundry services
Charging Stations: Units to provide wireless device charging for residents without power.

MREs & Water Distribution Sites

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM (while supplies last)

Distribution Limit: We will provide up to 3 days’ worth per person to help ensure supplies reach as many residents as possible.

Lafayette County:

Harmontown SO Substation — 12 CR 517
Lafayette High School — 160 Commodore Dr
Lafayette County Fire Station 3 — 22 CR 369
Lafayette County Fire Station 12 - 1301 HWY 30

City of Oxford:

Britney Estates
Western Hills
Old Army Pavilion

Issaquena County

Food and Water distribution and delivery are available at the Mayersville Multipurpose building, located at 132 Court Street.

Marshall County

If you require help to clear trees from your driveway or that have fallen on your home, please call "Team Rubicon" Crisis Cleanup at: (844) 965-1386.

If you have ice-storm related clean-up needs, please call the Mississippi Baptist Disaster Relief / "LAMB" (LaFayette and Marshall Baptist Association) at: (601) 826-4896.

For other needs such as food and water delivery and/or transportation to/from the Red Cross Shelter or the Potts Camp Warming Center, please call: (662) 333-1151.

Panola County

Courtland Volunteer Fire Department - 536 Main St, Courtland, MS

Contact: 662-609-2350

Distributing blankets, water, and food

Pope Volunteer Fire Department - 788 Pope Water-Valley Road, Pope, MS

Contact: 662-9Mt. Olivet Fire Department

Distributing blankets, water, and food

Mt. Olivet Fire Department - 6507 Mt. Olivet Road, Batesville, MS

Contact: 662-934-2124

Distributing blankets, water, and food

Coles Point Volunteer Fire Department - 1270 Sardis Lake Drive, Batesville, MS

Contact: 662-609-8982

Distributing blankets, water, and food

Union Fire Department - 100 Simon Chapel Rd, Como

Contact: (662) 288-6596

canned foods, dry goods, water, hygiene kits

Sardis Lake Fire Department - 28521 Hwy 35 N, Sardis, MS

Food, blankets, water, available

Tallahatchie County

Distribution center at Paducah Wells FD—2966 Paducah Wells Rd, Charleston, MS.

Meals, water, etc., are being provided at Paducah Wells and being
transported to West Tallahatchie County, as well as other areas as needed

Tippah County

Walmart Ripley - 822 City Ave S, Ripley, MS 38663

Hot Showers & Laundry: Mobile units will be on-site for you to wash clothes and clean up.
Charging Stations: We are working to set up wireless charging for your phones and devices.

Tishomingo

Burnsville Town Hall - 38 Gross Ave, Burnsville, MS

Supply distribution, food, shower, and laundry

Iuka Town Hall EOC - 1008 Battleground Dr., Iuka, MS 38852 (rear entrance)

This POD is distributing generators, tarps, MREs, meal kits, snacks, baby food, hygiene/first aid kits, and water. It also serves as a location where residents can ask questions or inquire about voluntary agencies assisting homeowners.

Yalobusha County

Shower Facility - Yalobusha Multipurpose Center

Bring your own soap and Towels

Also distributing food and supplies at Yalobusha Multipurpose Center

Name of Organization	Address	Point of Contact	Hours of Operation	Needs
Calhoun Chamber of Commerce	138-B Public Square, Calhoun City MS 38916	Laura Edwards (662)-414-5057	Contact POC	Canned goods, non-perishable food items, and water are all appreciated. They also request Winter outerwear. This is not a public distribution point but is a public donation point. The local EMA will distribute the donations as needed. They cannot take bulk donations at this location.
The Grace Place	206 Pettit St Batesville, MS 38606	Chris Pope. 662-267-1173	Monday, Wednesday, Thursday. 9:30 AM-11:30PM	Canned goods, Winter clothing, canned/nonperishable food, personal hygiene products, baby products, and bottled water
Yalabusha Co Donations Center and Shelter	18025 HWY 7 S, Coffeville MS 38922	Robin Harrington, EMA Secretary: (662)-230-2787	Varies. Contact POC to confirm.	Public donations needs are limited to, winter outerwear and non-perishable food items. Not needed: old clothes that are not cold weather outerwear.
Laura Edwards Accounting	208 W Taylor Ave, Calhoun City 38916	Laura Edwards (662)-414-5057	9:00 AM-5:00PM Lunch:12-1:00PM	Canned goods, non-perishable food items, and water are all appreciated. They also request Winter outerwear. This is not a public distribution point but is a public donation point. The local EMA will distribute the donations as needed. They cannot take bulk donations at this location.
Boss Lady Economic Planning and Development	301 Sunflower Rd, Clevland, MS 38732	Dr. Pam Chatman 662-588-2019	9AM to 3PM	Canned goods, Winter clothing, canned/nonperishable food, personal hygiene products, baby products, and bottled water
Itta Bena Police Department	201 Fitzhugh St, Itta Bena MS, 38941	Shakeya Leflore (662) 374- 1105	Contact POC to confirm	They are using this location to distribute supplies to other impacted communites in this District. Water, thermal underwear, snacks for children, flashlights, ready-to-eat meals.

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If you're looking to help people after the winter storm, considering volunteering or donating to one of the hundreds of trusted organizations actively supporting communities. You can find more information here: fema.gov/disaster/recover/volunteer-donate

Avoid traveling to affected areas for your safety and to prevent disruptions for responders.

Report Damage

The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) reminds SNAP recipients who experienced a power outage over four (4) hours due to Winter Storm Fern on January 24, 2026, to apply for SNAP replacement benefits. Applications must be submitted by February 3, 2026 - ten (10) days from the date of the storm.

To request a replacement of SNAP benefits, households must submit a Replacement SNAP request to their local MDHS office within ten (10) days of the date of the power outage.

To access the replacement request form (MDHS-EA-508), households should visit the MDHS website at https://www.mdhs.ms.gov/economic-assistance/snap/snap-replacement-benef…. The completed form may be submitted by mail, email, or uploaded directly to the MDHS website using the document upload feature at the SNAP Replacement Benefits page.

Please remember to submit by the February 3, 2026, deadline