In the event of a hurricane or radiological emergency, timely evacuation is critical to ensuring your safety and the safety of your loved ones. Whether facing extreme weather conditions or hazardous radiation exposure, knowing what to do before, during, and after an evacuation can make all the difference.
This guide provides essential information on:
✅ When to evacuate – Understanding official warnings and evacuation orders.
✅ Where to go – Designated shelters, evacuation routes, and safe zones.
✅ What to bring – Emergency supplies, important documents, and protective measures.
✅ How to stay informed – Trusted sources for real-time updates and alerts.
If an evacuation is ordered, do not delay. Follow the instructions from local authorities, stay prepared, and act swiftly to protect yourself and your community.
For detailed instructions, continue reading below.
Hurricane Evacuation
When a hurricane threatens your area, evacuating at the right time can save lives. Strong winds, heavy flooding, and storm surges can make roads impassable and homes unsafe. This guide provides essential information on when to leave, where to go, and what to bring to ensure you and your family stay safe.
Stay alert, follow official evacuation orders, and act quickly—your safety depends on it.
Follow this link to our partners at MDOT for the latest evacuation routes. https://mdot.ms.gov/portal/hurricane_preparedness
Plan for your pets:
Grand Gulf Nuclear Station
WHAT TO DO IN THE CASE OF A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY
- PEOPLE WITHIN THE 10 MILE EMERGENCY PLANNING ZONE NEAR THE GRAND GULF NUCLEAR STATION WILL BE NOTIFIED BY SIRENS, TONE-ALERT RECEIVERS AND/OR BROADCASTS ON RADIO OR TV
If you hear a siren, that does NOT necessarily mean that you should evacuate! It simply means TURN ON YOUR RADIO and listen for instructions.
If ordered to shelter in place:
Remain in your home. Close all doors and windows. Turn off all outside sources of air (attic or window fans). Turn heating or air conditioner unit to "recirc" or "vent closed." Close fireplaces. Use the phone only during a personal emergency. Stay tuned to local radio stations.
If ordered to evacuate:
Bring these items with you if needed: Clothing, Medicines, Baby Supplies, Blankets, Pillows, Sanitary Supplies, Portable Radio, Flashlight, First Aid Kit, Batteries
Check these:
- Turn off appliances (except refrigerators and freezers) and faucets
- Close all blinds, curtains
- Check your home for security
- Lock the doors
- Tie a white cloth on or near the front door to show that you have left
- Check with your neighbor to see if they are able to leave
- Place the GGNS calendar on your dashboard so you can be identified by emergency workers
Grand Gulf Nuclear Station Evacuation Routes
1 | Between Big Black River and Bayou Pierre, west of Old Grand Gulf Road. | U.S. Highway 61 north to Vicksburg, | Sherman Avenue Elementary School 2045 Sherman Ave Vicksburg, MS 39183 |
2a | Between the Big Black River and Bayou Pierre west of Highway 61 to Old Grand Gulf Road | U.S. Highway 61 north or Mississippi 462 east to Vicksburg in Warren County | Sherman Avenue Elementary School 2045 Sherman Ave Vicksburg, MS 39183 |
2b | Between the Big Black River and Bayou Pierre east of Highway 61. | U.S. Highway 61 north or Mississippi 462 east to Mississippi Hwy 27N to US Hwy 61 N to Vicksburg in Warren County | Sherman Avenue Elementary School 2045 Sherman Ave Vicksburg, MS 39183 |
3a | Between Bayou Pierre and Little Bayou Pierre west of the Natchez Trace Parkway. | Mississippi 81 east to Utica (Hinds County) | Hinds Community College, Utica Campus 34175 MS Hwy 18 Utica, MS 39175 |
3b | Between Bayou Pierre and Little Bayou Pierre east of the Natchez Trace Parkway. | Mississippi 81 east to Utica (Hinds County) | Hinds Community College, Utica Campus 34175 MS Hwy 18 Utica, MS 39175 |
4a | Between Little Bayou Pierre and Windows Creek south and east of Bayou Pierre to the Natchez Trace Parkway | U.S. Route 61/Adams | Adams County Reception Center 323 Liberty Road in Natchez, MS 39120 |
4b | Between Little Bayou Pierre, south and east of Natchez Trace Parkway and north of Gordon Station Road | U.S. Route 61/Adams | Adams County Reception Center 323 Liberty Road in Natchez, MS 39120 |
5a | Between Bayou Pierre and Russum-Westside road east to Windows Creek. | Mississippi Route 552 east to US Hwy 61 south to Natchez (Adams County) | Louis Gunning Safe Room 323 Liberty Road Natchez, MS 39120 |
5b | South of Russum-Westside road from Ferry Road east to Gordan Street Station Road. | Mississippi Route 552 east to US Hwy 61 south to Natchez (Adams County) | Louis Gunning Safe Room 323 Liberty Road Natchez, MS 39120 |
6 | Alcorn State University | Mississippi Route 552 east to US Hwy 61 south to Natchez (Adams County) | Louis Gunning Safe Room 323 Liberty Road Natchez, MS 39120 |
7 | North of the Big Black River and East of the Mississippi River | U.S. Highway 61 north to Vicksburg,(Warren County) | Sherman Avenue Elementary School 2045 Sherman Ave Vicksburg, MS 39183 |
8 | East Bank of Lake St. Joseph and east of Newellton, including Point Pleasant West Bank of Lake St.Joseph | Louisiana Route 608 north, to Louisiana 605 north at Balmoral to U.S. Highway 65 north at Somerset to Tallulah, LA. Louisiana Route 608 west, to Louisiana Route 605 north to Balmoral continue to Louisiana Route 605 north to U.S. Highway 65 north at Somerset to Tallulah, LA. | Richmond Civic Center Tallulah, La Richmond Civic Center Tallulah, La |
9 | East of U.S. Highway 65
West of Louisiana Routh 605, including Newellton | Louisiana Route 608 west to Louisiana Route 605 north to Balmoral, to U.S. Highway 65 north at Somerset, to Tallulah, LA
West to U.S. Highway 65 north, to Tallulah, LA
Louisiana Route 887 west, to Louisiana Route 605 north to Balmoral, continue on Louisiana Route 605 north to U.S. Highway 65 north at Somerset, to Tallulah, LA | Richmond Civic Center, Tallulah, LA Richmond Civic Center, Tallulah, LA Richmond Civic Center, Tallulah, LA |
10 | Outside of Lake Bruin Inside of Lake Bruin | Louisiana Route 604 north, to Louisiana Route 605 west, to U.S. Highway 65 south to Ferriday, LA Louisiana Route 606 south to Louisiana Route 604 south, to Louisiana Route 605 south, to Louisiana Route 128 west to U.S. Highway 65 south, to Ferriday, LA | Ferriday High School, Ferriday, LA Ferriday High School, Ferriday, LA |
11 | Outside of Lake Bruin St. Joseph Area | Louisiana Route 605 north, to Louisiana Route 605 west, to U.S. Highway 65 south, to Ferriday, LA Louisiana Route 128 west to U.S. Highway 65 south to Ferriday, LA | Ferriday High School, Ferriday, LA Ferriday High School, Ferriday, LA |
12 | North of and inside Yucatan Lake South of Yucatan Lake, including Lake Lakanardia | Levee Road to Louisiana Route 608, to Louisiana route 605 north to U.S. Highway 65 north, to Tallulah, LA Levee Road to Louisiana Route 604 north, to Louisiana Route 605 west, to U.S. Highway 65 south, to Ferriday, LA | Richmond Civic Center Tallulah, LA Ferriday High School, Ferriday, LA |
