On 03/18/2022 around 6:00 A.M. lighting struck the pipeline in the area of Alexander Road causing it to catch on fire. Residents on Alexander Road had to be evacuated, but are now able to return home. Please take caution in traveling Alexander Road in Jayess, MS.

Walthall County Sheriff's Office would like to thank all the Deputies, Firefighters, and Emergency Management that responded to this incident. Job well done.