Tornado Warning Missouri | Effective 03/15/2026 14:01

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued March 15 at 4:01PM CDT until March 15 at 4:30PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
March 15, 2026 - 2:01pm
Expires: 
March 15, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description: 
At 401 PM CDT, a severe squall line capable of producing both tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage was located near Summersville, or 13 miles east of Houston, moving east at 45 mph. HAZARD...Tornado. 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... Ozark National Scenic Riverways, Akers, Hartshorn, and Eunice.
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: 
Shannon, MO; Texas, MO
Forcast Office: 
NWS Springfield MO