Mississippi man killed by falling tree in stormy weather

A Mississippi man died after a tree fell on him during stormy weather early Friday.

Canton Police Chief Otha Brown told WLBT-TV the man was killed after high winds toppled over a tree onto his carport as he was entering his car.

Storms on Thursday left four other people dead -- three in Texas and one in Florida.

Perryton, Texas Fire Chief Paul Dutcher said three people were killed, including at least one person who died in a mobile home park that took a “direct hit” from a tornado.

Dutcher said at least 30 trailers were damaged or destroyed.

One person was killed and homes were damaged in the Pensacola Beach area after two tornadoes were reported in the area Thursday night.

Another resident was rushed to the hospital after being struck by lightning.