Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 1:12PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 16, 2026 - 11:12am
Expires:
April 16, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
At 112 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Ott, or 18 miles northwest of Salem in Fulton County, moving east at
30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
West Plains, South Fork, Brandsville, Lanton, Moody, and Caulfield.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Howell
Forcast Office:
NWS Springfield MO
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov