Coast Update: New Mexico High-Altitude Balloon, Weather Front, Train–Van Crash, Gulfport Triathlon, and Community Baby Shower
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An unidentified object over the Gulf Coast is a high-altitude balloon from New Mexico, forecaster Eric Jeansonne says a cold front will bring cooler temperatures, gusty winds and elevated fire risk this weekend, five people are dead and one injured in a Stone County train-van crash with updates from Tyler Bell, Gulfport is kicking off the CLASH triathlon with an opening parade and ongoing races, and a Moss Point business is seeking donations for a Good Bros Seafood Community Baby Shower to support Coast mothers.