Remnants of Isaac to Bring Much Needed Rain - Just Not Enough

Hurricane Isaac on August 28, 2012

The remnants of Hurricane Isaac will impact the Ozarks Rain after midnight tonight, and linger throughout Saturday.  The latest information is that the Ozarks may see only two to five inches as a result.  We are much further into a drought than two to five inches.  Regardless, it will be welcome and much needed rain.  There is still a possibility for heavier rain, and with the condition of the soil, it could lead to flash flooding.

The National Weather Service has great information on Isaac, and the impact to the Ozarks. With a system like this, there is a chance for isolated severe weather and high wind gusts.  You should stay tuned to local weather forecasts. Make sure your NOAA All Hazards Radio is on and backed up by battery. If you don't own a NOAA All Hazards Radio, you should. Click the link for a previous blog post on selecting one.

Springfield, MO NWS - Hazardous Weather Outlook

Storm Prediction Center - Convective Outlook (Today)

Storm Prediction Center - Convective Outlook (Tomorrow)

Strong Storms Possible Later Today

The Storm Prediction Center has large portions of MO and OK, and a small portion of SE KS in a slight risk box for severe weather, along with several other states to the NE of the Ozarks.  The Springfield National Weather Service office is forecasting general storms today, but the possibility of stronger storms later this afternoon and evening.  The main risks include:

• Elevated hail risk
• Elevated thunderstorm wind damage risk
• Elevated lightning risk
• Limited excessive heat risk

We can expect the possibility of damaging straight line winds over 60MPH and hail to the size of quarters.

You should stay tuned to local weather forecasts. Make sure your NOAA All Hazards Radio is on and backed up by battery. If you don't own a NOAA All Hazards Radio, you should. Click the link for a previous blog post on selecting one.

Springfield, MO NWS - Hazardous Weather Outlook

Storm Prediction Center - Convective Outlook (Today)

Storm Prediction Center - Convective Outlook (Tomorrow)

Strong to Severe Storms Possible Today

The Storm Prediction Center has SW MO, extreme SE KS, eastern OK and NW AR in a slight risk box for severe weather, including a 2% chance for tornado development.  The Springfield National Weather Service office in Springfield, MO lists the risks as:

• Limited hail risk
• Elevated thunderstorm wind damage risk
• Limited lightning risk
• Elevated fire weather risk

These storms are expected late this afternoon and evening, mainly after 5pm.

You should stay tuned to local weather forecasts. Make sure your NOAA All Hazards Radio is on and backed up by battery. If you don't own a NOAA All Hazards Radio, you should. Click the link for a previous blog post on selecting one.

Springfield, MO NWS - Hazardous Weather Outlook

Storm Prediction Center - Convective Outlook (Today)

Storm Prediction Center - Convective Outlook (Tomorrow)

Strong to Severe Storms Possible Tonight

Scattered strong to severe storms will be possible this afternoon and evening according to the National Weather Service in Springfield, MO.  The main threat will be straight line down burst winds and hail to one inch in diameter.

You should stay tuned to local weather forecasts. Make sure your NOAA All Hazards Radio is on and backed up by battery. If you don't own a NOAA All Hazards Radio, you should. Click the link for a previous blog post on selecting one.

Springfield, MO NWS - Hazardous Weather Outlook

Storm Prediction Center - Convective Outlook (Today)

Storm Prediction Center - Convective Outlook (Tomorrow)