Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 17 at 7:24PM CDT until April 17 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 17, 2026 - 5:24pm
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
At 723 PM CDT, a severe squall line capable of producing both
tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage was located near
Warsaw, moving east at 55 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
Locations impacted include...
Truman Lake, Warsaw, Knobby, Edwards, Lakeview Heights, Hastain,
Fristoe, Zora, and Whitakerville.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
This cluster of thunderstorms is capable of producing tornadoes and
widespread significant wind damage. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest
floor of a building.
Area Description:
Benton, MO
Forcast Office:
NWS Springfield MO
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov