Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 27 at 1:33AM CDT until April 27 at 2:00AM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 26, 2026 - 11:33pm
Expires:
April 27, 2026 - 12:00am
Description:
At 133 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 12 miles north of Salem, moving east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and ping pong ball 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...
Rolla, Lake Spring, and Lecoma.
This includes Interstate 44 between mile markers 189 and 191.
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.
Area Description:
Dent, MO; Phelps, MO
Forcast Office:
NWS Springfield MO
Sender: