A cold season quasi-linear convective system (QLCS) moved across the Mid-South during the overnight and early morning hours Saturday, January 11, 2020. Strong southerly winds drew unseasonably warm, moist air northward into the region ahead of a cold front. Early morning temperatures were in the upper 60s and lower 70s with dewpoints in the upper 60s. This aided in the development of uncapped surface-based instability that was more than sufficient to maintain the QLCS. A strengthening  shortwave trough was lifting northeastward across the Ozarks during the event resulting in strengthing wind fields and ample wind shear.  The QLCS evolved into a Line Echo Wave Pattern (LEWP) with several persistent mesovortices across north Mississippi and a few transient mesovortices farther north into west Tennessee. Widespread damaging wind was observed across the entire County Warning Area (CWA) along with 13 tornadoes. In addition to the severe weather potential, heavy rainfall was a noted threat. Isolated flash flooding did occur with this system.

Thunderstorm Wind in TUNICA, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:37:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:38:00 (CST-6)
Location: TUNICA ARPT
Magnitude: 69.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

Thunderstorm Wind in QUITMAN, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:35:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: SABINO
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Large tree limbs were knocked down west of Denton.

Thunderstorm Wind in QUITMAN, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:40:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: YARBROUGH
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Straight-line winds damaged several homes and commercial buildings in Lambert. Numerous trees were knocked down or damaged.

Thunderstorm Wind in DE SOTO, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:49:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:52:00 (CST-6)
Location: LOVE
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Straight-line winds knocked down numerous trees south of the tornado track in southern DeSoto County, just north of Arkabutla Lake.

Thunderstorm Wind in DE SOTO, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:50:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: HERNANDO
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Storm Chaser

Multiple trees were knocked down south of Hernando along I-55 near McCracken Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in DE SOTO, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:45:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: EUDORA
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Several trees were uprooted or snapped along County Road 304.

Thunderstorm Wind in PANOLA, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:53:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:58:00 (CST-6)
Location: ASA
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Straight-line winds damaged outbuildings along Macedonia Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in DE SOTO, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:51:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:56:00 (CST-6)
Location: BRIGHT
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Straight-line winds knocked down large tree limbs on Highway 304.

Thunderstorm Wind in TATE, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:42:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:47:00 (CST-6)
Location: STRAYHORN
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Several trees and power lines were knocked down in the Strayhorn area.

Thunderstorm Wind in COAHOMA, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:20:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: CLAREMONT
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A mobile home was damaged and three homes sustained minor damage on Bellview Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in QUITMAN, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:46:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:51:00 (CST-6)
Location: BOBO
Magnitude: 78.00 EG
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Straight-line winds south of the tornado track caused significant damage to a small professional building and minor damage to a home on Bill Locke Road near the intersection of Jamison Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in QUITMAN, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:46:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:51:00 (CST-6)
Location: BOBO
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Straight-line winds damaged an outbuilding and knocked down some trees near the intersection of Locke Station and Jamison Roads.

Thunderstorm Wind in DE SOTO, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:53:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:58:00 (CST-6)
Location: BRIGHT
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Several trees were uprooted on Getwell Road southeast of Hernando.

Thunderstorm Wind in TALLAHATCHIE, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:27:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:32:00 (CST-6)
Location: SUMNER
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

An elementary school and a home suffered roof damage in Sumner.

Thunderstorm Wind in PANOLA, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:55:00 to 11-JAN-20 05:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: COURTLAND
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Gas station awning was destroyed in Courtland.

Thunderstorm Wind in CHICKASAW, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 06:45:00 to 11-JAN-20 06:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: HOUSTON
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Straight-line winds damaged a home in Chickasaw County.

Thunderstorm Wind in PRENTISS, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 06:52:00 to 11-JAN-20 06:57:00 (CST-6)
Location: WHEELER
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Straight-line winds caused minor damage to a house on County Road 5011 south of Wheeler.  Small tree limbs were also broken in the area.

Tornado in LEE, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 06:45:00 to 11-JAN-20 06:48:00 (CST-6)
Location: BETHANY
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The tornado developed in far northwestern Lee where it damaged trees and several commercial buildings as it crossed Highway 45. The tornado then crossed Highway 370 into Prentiss County.

Thunderstorm Wind in TALLAHATCHIE, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:25:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: TUTWILER
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A farm building suffered roof damage and outbuildings were damaged in Tutwiler.  Trees were knocked down and a mobile home was damaged as well.

Tornado in DE SOTO, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:45:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:52:00 (CST-6)
Location: ARKABUTLA RES
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 600.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The tornado tracked across Arkabutla Lake and damaged trees and sheds at the Hernando Point Park. The tornado caused additional tree damage, and damage to roofs, as it approached Highway 51. Damage to residences and storage buildings was observed as it crossed Highway 51. The tornado dissipated just east of Interstate 55. Peak winds were estimated at 100 mph. A total of 210 homes were damaged by tornadoes and straight-line winds on this date across DeSoto County.

Thunderstorm Wind in CALHOUN, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 06:09:00 to 11-JAN-20 06:14:00 (CST-6)
Location: CALHOUN CITY
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A metal roof was peeled off a home two miles north of Calhoun City.

Tornado in TISHOMINGO, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 07:11:00 to 11-JAN-20 07:14:00 (CST-6)
Location: HOLTS SPUR
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The tornado strengthened as it crossed into Tishomingo County from Prentiss County causing its most significant damage along Highway 365. The tornado damaged several homes and storage buildings before dissipating near the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway. Peak winds were estimated at 100 mph.

Tornado in TISHOMINGO, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 07:17:00 to 11-JAN-20 07:18:00 (CST-6)
Location: WALKER
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This brief tornado caused minor damage to a residence. It also damaged trees and power poles along Highway 72, Highway 172 and County Road 164. Peak winds were estimated at 80 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in TIPPAH, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 06:10:00 to 11-JAN-20 06:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: CHALYBEATE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Straight-line winds resulted in minor damage to barns and trees in Walnut and Chalybeate. Trees were knocked down at Highway 15 and County Road 306.

Tornado in TATE, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:42:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: ARKABUTLA
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The tornado touched down near the Arkabutla community and damaged trees then tracked northeast across Arkabutla lake and crossed into DeSoto County.  One home suffered minor damage.

Thunderstorm Wind in PANOLA, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 05:03:00 to 11-JAN-20 05:08:00 (CST-6)
Location: COMO
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Large tree limbs were knocked down on Highway 310 west of Como.

Thunderstorm Wind in TATE, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:38:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:41:00 (CST-6)
Location: COTTONVILLE
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Straight-line winds damaged a utility pole and knocked down large tree limbs on Prichard Road in western Tate County.

Tornado in PANOLA, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:47:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:51:00 (CST-6)
Location: LOCKE STATION
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 300.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado crossed from Quitman County into Panola County. The tornado continued northeast, damaging numerous homes along Waldrup Road in western Panola County. The tornado dissipated east of Nash Road after crossing Highway 278. A total of 50 homes were damaged by tornadoes and straight-line winds on this date across Panola County.

Thunderstorm Wind in PONTOTOC, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 06:20:00 to 11-JAN-20 06:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: ALGOMA
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Straight-line winds damaged a carport and storage buildings.

Thunderstorm Wind in TUNICA, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:20:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: TUNICA
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Thunderstorm winds moved across Tunica, MS and areas south and east of the community. Several industrial buildings were damaged south of town. The Tunica AWOS recorded a peak wind gust of 79 mph. East of the airport, an apartment roof, mobile home, and a large storage shed were damaged. In total, across Tunica County, there were four homes damaged, four businesses damaged and 17 farms damaged. There was widespread tree damage along with two injuries.  A tractor-trailer was also blown over.

Tornado in PRENTISS, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 06:48:00 to 11-JAN-20 06:52:00 (CST-6)
Location: FRANKSTOWN
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 125.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado tracked from Lee County. Many trees were uprooted in Baldwyn, with a few trees falling on houses. The tornado damaged the roof of the high school and an industrial building on the northeast side of town. The last observed damage was to trees south of the Wheeler community. Peak winds were estimated at 90 mph. A total of 54 homes and five apartments were damaged by tornadoes and straight-line winds on this date across Prentiss County.

Thunderstorm Wind in ALCORN, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 06:20:00 to 11-JAN-20 07:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: LONE PINE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Trees and power lines were knocked down across Alcorn County.

Tornado in TATE, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 05:10:00 to 11-JAN-20 05:12:00 (CST-6)
Location: LOOXAHOMA
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The tornado crossed from Panola County into Tate County. A few trees were damaged in Tate County before the tornado lifted near Barlow Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEE, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 06:46:00 to 11-JAN-20 06:51:00 (CST-6)
Location: BETHANY
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Large tree limbs were knocked down just south of the tornado track.

Thunderstorm Wind in LAFAYETTE, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 05:30:00 to 11-JAN-20 05:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: COLLEGE HILL STATION
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

A few power poles were knocked down along County Road 101 near County Road 104.

Tornado in PRENTISS, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 06:56:00 to 11-JAN-20 07:03:00 (CST-6)
Location: BOONEVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The first damage was observed in the Hurricane Creek vicinity. As the tornado crossed County Road 5040, it damaged a large barn, two mobile homes, and a residence. The tornado damaged additional mobile homes along County Road 3040 and damaged several buildings at a lumber processing facility. The last damage was observed along County Road 1371.  Peak winds were estimated at 90 mph. A total of 54 homes and five apartments were damaged by tornadoes and straight-line winds on this date across Prentiss County.

Tornado in TALLAHATCHIE, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:26:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: SUMNER
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The tornado developed just east of Highway 49E, approximately 2.4 miles west-northwest of Sumner, causing damage to a grain bin. Moving to the northeast, the tornado damaged a barn and derailed 30 train cars near Tutwiler Road. Sporadic tree damage was observed along the path. Peak winds were estimated at 80 mph. A total of 30 homes were damaged by straight-line winds and this tornado on this date across mainly western sections of Tallahatchie County.

Thunderstorm Wind in DE SOTO, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:59:00 to 11-JAN-20 05:04:00 (CST-6)
Location: CEDARVIEW
Magnitude: 87.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Straight-line winds snapped power poles south of Dunn Lane East Road to the south of the tornado track.

Thunderstorm Wind in UNION, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 06:00:00 to 11-JAN-20 06:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: MYRTLE
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Straight-line winds caused significant damage to a mobile home in Mrytle.

Thunderstorm Wind in TISHOMINGO, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 07:45:00 to 11-JAN-20 07:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: GOLDEN
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A downed tree caused significant damage to a porch in Golden.

Flash Flood in LEE, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 09:53:00 to 11-JAN-20 11:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: NETTLETON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

A residence was flooded in Nettleton.

Flash Flood in MONROE, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 10:24:00 to 11-JAN-20 12:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ABERDEEN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Jefferson Street was flooded and impassable. Water flooded yards along the street.

Flash Flood in ITAWAMBA, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 10:30:00 to 11-JAN-20 12:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: FULTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A residence was flooded on Old Highway 78 in Fulton. Two cars were flooded as well.

Flash Flood in CHICKASAW, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 10:00:00 to 11-JAN-20 12:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: OKOLONA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Heavy rain caused flash flooding across parts of Chickasaw County. A total of 10 roads were damaged across the county.

Tornado in PRENTISS, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 07:08:00 to 11-JAN-20 07:11:00 (CST-6)
Location: CLAIRE
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado produced minor roof damage and uprooted trees along County Road 1401. It damaged trees along Highway 356 to the west of Highway 365. The tornado then crossed into Tishomingo County. A total of 54 homes and five apartments were damaged by tornadoes and straight-line winds on this date across Prentiss County.

Flash Flood in MONROE, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 10:30:00 to 11-JAN-20 12:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: AMORY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Several roads were flooded across Monroe County especially from Amory to Smithville. Up to 30 roads were flooded and some were washed out and damaged across Monroe County. Firetower Road in the Parham area suffered the worst damage and Smithville Road was also damaged. Ten apartment units were damaged by flooding in Amory.

Flash Flood in MONROE, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 10:30:00 to 11-JAN-20 12:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MULDON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

A car turned over in floodwaters on Homestead Road in Prairie with passengers inside. Passengers were rescued.

Thunderstorm Wind in MONROE, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 07:15:00 to 11-JAN-20 08:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: NEW WREN
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Power lines and trees knocked down across Monroe County. One tree fell on the mobile home.

Tornado in QUITMAN, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:45:00 to 11-JAN-20 04:47:00 (CST-6)
Location: BOBO
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The tornado touched down near the intersection of Eason and Jamison Roads, causing significant damage to two mobile homes. The tornado damaged another mobile home and an outbuilding on Bill Locke Road before crossing into Panola County. Peak winds were estimated at 105 mph.

Tornado in DE SOTO, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 04:53:00 to 11-JAN-20 05:01:00 (CST-6)
Location: BRIGHT
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 2.60M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado developed just south of Interstate 269 northeast of Hernando. The tornado initially damaged trees and signs as it crossed I-269. The tornado strengthened as it crossed Craft Road. The tornado heavily damaged a stable and a large metal storage building and then crossed into residential areas east of Craft Road. Numerous homes were damaged, with some sustaining significant damage. The tornado continued northeast, causing minor roof damage, and dissipated near the intersection of Bethel Road and Interstate 22. Strong straight-line winds caused additional damage just south of the tornado track.  Peak winds were estimated at 120 mph.  A total of 210 homes were damaged by tornadoes and straight-line winds on this date across DeSoto County.

Tornado in PANOLA, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 05:04:00 to 11-JAN-20 05:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: COMO
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The tornado began near County Road 310 and Rooks Road in Panola County, damaging numerous trees as it moved northeast. A few barns sustained significant damage on Partee Road. The tornado then continued into Tate County. The peak winds were estimated at 75 mph. A total of 50 homes were damaged by tornadoes and straight-line winds on this date across Panola County.

Tornado in MARSHALL, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 05:21:00 to 11-JAN-20 05:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: CHULAHOMA
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The tornado began near Highway 4 and Muse Road, damaging trees and a couple of manufactured homes. Additional tree damage was observed north of Highway 4 along Mt. Gilead Road and along Old Highway 4 from Yarbough Chapel to McIntyre Church Road. Peak winds were estimated at 80 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in PANOLA, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 05:00:00 to 11-JAN-20 05:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: COMO
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Trees were snapped and uprooted in Como.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEE, MISSISSIPPI
From 11-JAN-20 06:40:00 to 11-JAN-20 06:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: GRAVES
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Large tree limbs were knocked down on Highway 348.