Power Outages and Hazardous Road Conditions Hit Tupelo Amid Winter Storm

Widespread power outages are affecting Tupelo as a winter storm continues to impact the area, according to local authorities. Many traffic signals are not functioning, and all intersections with non-operational signals are to be treated as four-way stops.

Road conditions remain hazardous, increasing the risk of serious crashes, especially at uncontrolled intersections. Authorities urge residents to avoid travel unless it is an emergency, to ensure safety for both drivers and first responders.

The Tupelo Police Department is responding only to emergency calls. Officers will not respond to non-emergency incidents or minor traffic crashes. Residents are advised to exercise extreme caution if travel is unavoidable and to keep 911 available for true emergencies.

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