CENTREVILLE — Heavy rains Friday morning have created flooding conditions impacting several Southwest Mississippi state roads.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation reports hazardous conditions on Mississippi 24 between Centreville and Gloster and Gloster and Liberty in Amite County and on Mississippi 48 between Liberty and Centreville.

In Pike County, Mississippi 575 between Mississippi 48 and Osyka Progress Road has also been impacted by flooding.

In Wilkinson County, flooding has created hazardous conditions on Mississippi 33 between Centreville and the Louisiana state line.

MDOT is coordinating with officials to assess potential road closures in all areas that could be affected.

Flooding is a top weather related killer. Most flood deaths occur at night when people become trapped in a stalled vehicle in a flooded area. Following these safety measures can help ensure you and your family’s safety on flooded roadways:

4 Avoid already flooded areas. A flowing stream can carry a vehicle downstream.

4 Never drive through a flooded area. Always remember to TURN AROUND, DON’T DROWN!

4 If you are driving at night, be especially cautious as it is harder to recognize flood conditions.

4 Never drive around a barricaded road.

4 If your vehicle stalls, abandon it immediately and seek higher ground. Rising water can engulf a vehicle and its occupants.