Afternoon Storms Bring Heavy Rain, Lightning, and Gusty Winds to Southern Missouri

4:50 PM Radar Update – Scattered storms are developing north of Highway 60, bringing lightning, heavy rain, and the potential for gusty winds up to 40 mph.

While this isn’t expected to be a repeat of last Sunday’s severe weather, the Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has placed Southern Missouri under a marginal risk for isolated severe storms, which could include wind gusts nearing 60 mph.

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What to Watch For:

  • Lightning and heavy rainfall in storm-affected areas

  • Wind gusts strong enough to dislodge previously weakened tree limbs, potentially leading to more damage or power outages

  • Localized and street flooding in areas that see prolonged heavy rain

If you’re in the area, be prepared for rapidly changing conditions and stay weather-aware through the evening.

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