SNAP Replacement Benefits Available for Those Affected by Winter Storm

The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) reminds SNAP recipients who experienced a power outage over four (4) hours due to Winter Storm Fern on January 24, 2026, to apply for SNAP replacement benefits. Applications must be submitted by February 3, 2026 - ten (10) days from the date of the storm.

To request a replacement of SNAP benefits, households must submit a Replacement SNAP request to their local MDHS office within ten (10) days of the date of the power outage. To access the replacement request form (MDHS-EA-508), households should visit the MDHS website at www.mdhs.ms.gov. The completed form may be submitted by mail, email, or uploaded directly to the MDHS website using the document upload feature at the SNAP Replacement Benefits page.

Please remember to submit by the February 3, 2026, deadline. If assistance is needed, the Economic Assistance Customer Service Center can be contacted at 800-948-3050. For more information or a list of available resources, follow the Mississippi Department of Human Services on Facebook and Twitter (@MS_DHS). The MDHS website and social media accounts are updated regularly with the latest replacement information.