Missouri Special Weather Statement | Effective 04/27/2026 13:15

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 27 at 3:15PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 27, 2026 - 1:15pm
Expires: 
April 27, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description: 
At 315 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Windsor, moving east at 60 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel 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... Ionia, Brandon, and Mora.
Instruction: 
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. To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service office in Springfield. A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 900 PM CDT for central Missouri.
Area Description: 
Benton
Forcast Office: 
NWS Springfield MO
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov