Headline:
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 16 at 2:53PM CDT until April 16 at 3:15PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Event:
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 16, 2026 - 12:53pm
Expires:
April 16, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description:
At 252 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Gatewood, or 19
miles east of Thayer, moving east at 20 mph.
HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail.
SOURCE...The public reported quarter size hail covering the ground.
IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to
roofs, siding, and trees.
Locations impacted include...
Myrtle.
Instruction:
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description:
Oregon, MO
Forcast Office:
NWS Springfield MO
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov