Mississippi experienced severe thunderstorms on Saturday that left two dead, and ten injured. The two fatalities were reported in Adams and Lowndes counties.

Gov. Tate Reeves said in a statement that approximately 100,000 Mississippians were left without power due to the storm. That number was down to 65,000 as of Dec. 29.

The National Weather Service reported at least five tornadoes swept through central Mississippi during Saturday’s severe weather threat.

Four of those tornadoes took place in Newton County while one appeared in Lauderdale County.

Two of those tornadoes were ranked a zero on the EF scale (winds ranging from 55-85mph), while the other three were ranked EF1 (winds ranging from 86-110mph).

According to the National Weather Service, Newton County received damage from the high winds, mainly in the form of uprooted trees and snapped limbs. There were some areas in the county that were more severely affected.

“There are reports about barns being damaged and a roof being blown off of a house in Chunky,” said Latrice Maxie, a meteorologist for the National Weather Service.

There was one reported tornado near Naval Air Station Meridian with damage mostly consisting of uprooted trees and snapped limbs.

Meridian experienced about 2.74 inches of rainfall due to the storm.

“The state of Mississippi will continue to monitor the situation and respond as necessary. Thank you to all the energy managers, first responders and road and line crews who are working hard to help their fellow Mississippians,” Reeves said.

The total damage assessment is still underway.

Lauderdale County Emergency Management Director Odie Barrett said, “Anytime we have a storm, especially with a tornado involved, make sure to report all damages.”

Residents can report damage by calling 911 or 601-482-9853. Residents can leave their name, number and address. Barrett said that someone will come and survey the damage as soon as possible.