JACKSON, Miss. (WTVA) - Thousands of COVID-19 vaccines were made available Tuesday morning in Mississippi, the governor announced.

Thousands of COVID vaccine appointments are available right now! Teachers, first responders, anyone over 65, and anyone with a listed pre-existing condition qualifies! Schedule for yourself or a loved one now! Online at https://t.co/AxGnAgTUeZ or call 877-978-6453.

— Tate Reeves (@tatereeves) March 2, 2021

Currently eligible for the vaccine:

• Teachers - staff and employees in K-12, preschool or childcare settings
• First responders - Law enforcement, public safety, fire services and emergency management officials
• Adults aged 65 and older - Adults in this age group can be vaccinated at drive-through locations or at some private healthcare providers.
• Anyone 16 to 64 years old with a chronic health condition that may put them at higher risk from COVID-19. (18 or older at our drive-through sites.) View those qualifying health conditions.

Open this link to schedule an appointment online or call 877-978-6453.

WTVA published this article at approximately 11:37 a.m. on Tuesday, March 2. Be aware these appointments will go fast.