Missouri Special Weather Statement | Effective 04/16/2026 11:53

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 1:53PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 16, 2026 - 11:53am
Expires: 
April 16, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description: 
At 153 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Iberia, or 16 miles east of Osage Beach, moving east at 20 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... Iberia.
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: 
Miller; Maries
Forcast Office: 
NWS Springfield MO