Tropical Storm Francine is projected to make landfall in Louisiana on Wednesday, September 11. As it continues to move over the Gulf, it is expected to strengthen into a Category 1 Hurricane. The Coastal Mississippi region is expected to experience inclement weather and storm surge. (Posted: 9/10/24 | 6:36 p.m.)

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Birding

Unique bird species thrive on the bird trails of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Birds like the Bald Eagle, Prothonotary Warbler, Osprey, Blue Heron, Egrets, the Red-Winged Black Bird and the Mississippi Sandhill Crane.

Need help figuring out which feathered friends you’re seeing? Find out online at the Mississippi Gulf Coast Birding Trail. And for more on our trails, visit the Mississippi Gulf Coast National Heritage Area.