Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 22 at 1:53PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 22, 2026 - 11:53am
Expires:
August 22, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description:
At 152 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles east of Goodman, or 8 miles southeast of Neosho, moving
southeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch 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...
Neosho, Big Sugar Creek State Park, Wheaton, Fairview, Stella,
Powell, and Rocky Comfort.
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:
Newton; McDonald
Forcast Office:
NWS Springfield MO
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov