Friday, September 7, 2012

Strong to Severe Storms Today

The National Weather Service reports strong to severe storms will move into SW MO after 1pm today.  Large hail up to half dollar size, damaging wind gusts and lightning are the main threats.  These storms should move out of the eastern Ozarks by 7pm.  The Storm Prediction Center is not showing a tornado risk with these storms, but as always, keep informed.  The threats are listed as:

  • Elevated hail risk
  • Elevated thunderstorm wind damage risk
  • Significant lightning risk

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.






Thursday, September 6, 2012

Strong to Severe Storms Possible Today Into Friday

Strong to severe storms will be possible today into Friday in SW MO.  The main threats will be large hail and lightning.  The National Weather Services notes the following risks:
  • Limited hail risk
  • Limited thunderstorm wind damage risk
  • Elevated lightning risk
  • Elevated extreme heat risk
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.