Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 27 at 3:48PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 27, 2026 - 1:48pm
Expires:
April 27, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 348 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles northwest of Warsaw, moving east at 70 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
Truman State Park, Truman Lake, Warsaw, Lincoln, Cole Camp, Palo
Pinto, Lakeview Heights, Crockerville, Zora, Racket, Edmonson,
Hastain, and Whitakerville.
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.
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