TONIGHT: Storms exit before sunset, but isolated showers linger overnight, with an additional quarter-inch of rain possible. Lows in the upper 60s. TOMORROW: Mostly dry in the morning, then scattered showers and storms develop in the afternoon. Over a half-inch of rain is possible in isolated spots, mostly near the Lake of the Ozarks and
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Flooding was reported around Columbia after heavy rain came through the area on Thursday morning. First responders were busy responding to flooded roads. A water rescue was occurring on West Gillespie Bridge Road near West Mesa Drive. An ABC 17 News reporter saw the road flooded and a car stuck. Assistant Chief
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Boone County Office of Emergency Management asked the public in a Thursday press release to report storm damage that occurred to their homes or neighborhoods. Several inches of rain fell on Thursday, causing flooded roads and widespread damage. “Recovery begins as soon as it’s safe to do so. We appreciate the
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Power outages were reported around Mid-Missouri on Thursday after heavy rain and storms went through the area. At 2:27 p.m., Columbia had two outages affecting 126 electricity customers on Stadium Boulevard and in a neighborhood near Forum Boulevard. The outage map for the Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives showed 477 Callaway Electric
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) An adult and a baby were saved by first responders after a vehicle got stuck in floodwaters in Howard County. The Missouri State Highway Patrol wrote on its social media that a vehicle stalled at 1:33 a.m. on Route Z between Boonseboro and Boonville. “Thankfully, firefighters with Howard County Fire Station 2
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TODAY: Rain continues to come down hard in mid-Missouri, as totals have already reached over 3 inches in same areas. Flash flooding will continue to be a concern today, as several reports of localized flooding and even some rescue operations have already come in today. Expect heavy rain to continue throughout the afternoon and into
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TODAY: I’m tracking widespread showers and storms continuing throughout the morning hours. 1-1.5″ of rain has already fallen in the I-70 corridor, and due to continued training thunderstorms falling along this area, bringing isolated totals of 1-2+”, localized flash flooding will be possible during this time. Coverage of activity will decrease throughout the afternoon hours
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TONIGHT: Scattered storms with heavy rain becoming more widespread overnight. A Flood Watch is in effect through Thursday morning. 2-4″ of rain will be possible somewhere along the I-70 corridor, with lows hovering in the upper 60s to around 70. TOMORROW: Soggy to start the day with lingering showers pressing south with a cold front
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After a wet summer across most of the area, flooding is starting to sound like old news. But a closer look at the ground tells a more complicated story, and it splits between our northern and southern counties. Most of the area has stayed wetter than normal since early summer, even though July brought a
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THIS AFTERNOON: Scattered showers and storms, and mostly cloudy. Temperatures remain warm in the 80s south of I-70, while the 70s are expected in wetter spots. TONIGHT: Storms become heavier overnight, possibly tracking over the same areas near and north of I-70, and the risk of flash flooding increases. Over an inch to two inches
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UPDATE: As of Wednesday morning, the severe risk remains low and isolated for Wednesday evening. The threat of flash flooding is growing for Wednesday night into Thursday morning. A flood watch is in effect through 10 AM Thursday. Heavy rain overnight and the potential for training thunderstorms have raised the possibility of a swath of
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TODAY: Scattered showers and thunderstorms are likely on Wednesday. Spot showers are possible this morning, but widespread showers are unlikely until late morning and early afternoon. Storms will be possible by mid-afternoon as instability grows, but strong storms are unlikely. Damaging winds will be possible in the strongest storms, but the threat is low and
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The National Weather Service in St. Louis has confirmed three short-lived tornadoes in Missouri from Friday evening’s severe weather, including a weak tornado in Osage County. The tornado touched down at 5:59 about 3 miles southeast of Chamois and traveled about half a mile before lifting. The tornado was confirmed by radar data and video
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TONIGHT: Mostly clear and mild early with increasing clouds overnight. Spotty showers possible by daybreak. Lows in the upper 60s to around 70. TOMORROW: Partly to mostly cloudy with rain and storms likely. Some storms could be strong between late afternoon and evening, with a few isolated damaging wind gusts. Widespread rain expected overnight into
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TODAY: More warm temperatures are expected today, with highs reaching the upper 80s. Heat indexes could place feels-like temps in the mid 90s. Lots of sunshine among partly cloudy skies are expected throughout the day. TONIGHT: Conditions remain calm tonight with overnight lows in the low 70s. Clouds are expected to increase with the approaching
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TODAY: Tuesday is another sunny and dry day, but temperatures are warmer this afternoon. Highs are expected near 90 with enough humidity to make us feel like the mid-90s in some locations. TONIGHT: Another clear evening is expected, but clouds will increase overnight. It’s a warmer start on Wednesday morning, with lows near 70. EXTENDED:
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TONIGHT: Mostly clear and comfortable with lows in the mid-60s. TOMORROW: Mostly sunny and warmer with highs near 90 and a heat index in the mid-90s. EXTENDED: Winds will begin to shift to the east southeast between tonight and tomorrow, allowing temperatures to warm around 5 degrees from Monday’s high temperatures. With slightly higher dew
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TODAY: More sunshine and warm temperatures today, the high looks to approach 85 amongst a few light clouds. It’ll be a great evening to get outside. TOMORROW: Another great day is in store tomorrow, albeit a bit warmer. High temps climb to the upper 80s, maybe even the lower 90s in some spots. Mostly sunny
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TODAY: Monday is mostly sunny, with light southeast winds. High temperatures are forecast near 85 degrees. The UV index is 10, which is very high and will lead to quick sunburns without protection. Humidity is noticeable, but low. We’ll feel like the upper 80s today. TONIGHT: Skies remain clear overnight. Temperatures fall into the 60s
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TONIGHT: Conditions remain calm and quiet tonight. A gentle breeze will keep things cool, as low temperatures hit the lower 60s overnight. TOMORROW: Tomorrow afternoon looks a touch warmer with a high of 84 degrees. Sunshine will rule the day as a traditional August afternoon takes shape. EXTENDED: Temps will continue to climb into the
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