Hurricane Preparedness in Mississippi (2026)
5 rules on the books across Mississippi, 3 cities and counties. Select a rule to read the full details.
Severity: Few Restrictions · Light Restrictions · Some Restrictions · Significant Restrictions · Heavy Restrictions
Hurricane Shutters
Requirements for hurricane shutters or impact-resistant windows, including approved types, installation standards, and pre-storm deployment rules.
Roof Standards
Wind-resistant roofing requirements including strap attachments, material ratings, and inspection requirements for hurricane-prone areas.
Flood Elevation
Minimum elevation requirements for structures in flood zones, including freeboard standards above base flood elevation and elevation certificate requirements.
Gulfport
Significant RestrictionsIn Gulfport's coastal high hazard VE zones, hit hardest by hurricane storm surge and wave action, new buildings must be…
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Some RestrictionsIn FEMA-mapped flood zones across unincorporated Harrison County, the UDC measures a building's height allowance from…
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Some RestrictionsNew buildings and substantial improvements in Jackson, whether inside or outside the mapped flood hazard area, must set…
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