Residents of Saline, Howard counties face cleanup after storm hits area
Tedd Wiseman got a call Monday morning that led him to a shocking discovery.
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Tracking severe storms through Monday evening, cooler Tuesday
TONIGHT: Strong to severe storms with the potential for damaging winds, large hail, and tornadoes. Storms exit after sunset, with lows falling into the upper 40s. TOMORROW: Partly cloudy with a chance of showers. Highs in the upper 60s to around 70. EXTENDED: Severe thunderstorms capable of producing very large hail and a few strong
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No injuries reported after storms cause damage in Randolph, Monroe counties
MOBERLY, Mo. (KMIZ) Fallen trees and other damage was seen across Randolph and Monroe counties after severe storms swept through the area Monday morning. Randolph County Emergency Management Director David Gaines said the first warning of tornadoes out came out of Chariton County around 6 a.m. “A lot of damage related to the wind and
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New National Weather Service Jefferson City meteorologist could streamline state operations
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The State Emergency Management Agency has a new full-time National Weather Service meteorologist in Jefferson City to aid with day-to-day operations and severe weather. Brandon Dunstan started in the new position in February. He’s a part of the NWS’ goal for every state to have a dedicated meteorologist. “I make sure that
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Hail seen from Mid-Missouri storms
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Multiple rounds of severe storms rolled through Mid-Missouri on Monday. Several counties were in a tornado warning during the afternoon and a tornado watch is in effect for most of the evening. Hail fell in multiple counties. Audrain County’s Office of Emergency Management shared a photograph depicting hail in a variety of
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City of Glasgow declares local state of emergency
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The City of Glasgow in Howard County declared a state of emergency on Monday afternoon as more storms were entering the area. The city wrote in a social media post that that damage was reported to several buildings, including “substantial damage to the water tower” and downed power lines. “This event has
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Highway Patrol reports possible tornado in Randolph, Monroe counties
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A tornado hit the Middle Grove area of Randolph and Monroe counties on Monday morning, the Missouri State Highway Patrol reported. The National Weather Service has yet to confirm that a tornado touched down. “Preliminary reports are multiple residences have sustained damage along with grain bins, trees, & powerlines. No injuries have
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Tracking severe storms this afternoon, quieter night ahead
THIS AFTERNOON: An ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather Alert Day is in effect for severe storms this afternoon, primarily south and east of Hwy 54. Isolated to scattered storms may redevelop in the mid to late afternoon between 3 and 6 p.m. with all severe hazards possible, including hail larger than 1 inch, winds greater than
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Tracking severe storms on Monday with quieter weather ahead
TODAY: Monday is an ABC17 Stormtrack Weather Alert Day. For the latest details, read our online ABC17 Stormtrack Weather Alert Day Blog. Storms this morning will be capable of severe weather. Storms will work in from the west, potentially as soon as 5-6 a.m., before spreading east with time. Areas north of HWY 50 will
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Tracking strong storms tonight, another round of severe
TONIGHT: Scattered storms, some strong with heavy rain and damaging winds possible overnight. Lows in the lower 60s. TOMORROW: Morning storms followed by potential severe weather in the afternoon. Highs in the low 80s. EXTENDED: Clouds have spread in ahead of a cluster of severe storms capable of large hail, 60 mph winds, and a
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Weather Alert Day: Severe storms with very large hail and tornadoes possible through Monday evening
COLUMBIA, Mo (KMIZ) The ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather Team has issued a Weather Alert Day that will continue through about sunset Monday night, as the severe weather threat increases throughout the afternoon. A Tornado Watch has been issued south of I-70 for the counties in yellow until 9:00 p.m. Thunderstorms Sunday night and Monday morning
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Tracking dry time before a stormy stretch Sunday night through Monday afternoon
TODAY: I’m tracking a mostly clear start to the day as temperatures start in the mid-50s before clouds begin to enter the area during the later morning hours. By the afternoon, temperatures will top out in the upper 70s as winds blow out of the southeast at 8-12 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
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Tracking a quiet Saturday night and Sunday before storm chances Sunday night and Monday
TONIGHT: A warm and quiet evening lies ahead, with sunset still visible through some high, thin cloud cover. Temperatures fall into the 50s early Sunday morning. Some isolated showers are possible overnight. TOMORROW: Sunday is largely dry and quiet, with storms possible late in the evening. Highs are forecast in the 70s under partly to
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Tracking dry, sunny weather before storm chances return Sunday
TODAY: I’m tracking a cool and mostly clear start to the day as temperatures begin in the low 50s and winds blow out of the northeast at 8-12 mph. By the afternoon hours, temperatures will warm into the upper 70s as winds shift into the southeast at 8-12 mph and clouds gradually return. TONIGHT: I’m
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Tracking a mild start to the weekend, strong storms by Sunday night
TONIGHT: Mostly clear and cool, with lows falling to the upper 40s. Northeast winds will be light at 5 to 10 mph. TOMORROW: Sunny and mild, with highs in the upper 70s and a light easterly breeze. EXTENDED: The weekend will start sunny on Saturday, but clouds will roll in Saturday night, bringing a chance
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Why tornadic storms often also produce large, damaging hail
After a volatile Thursday that saw tornado watches and 2-inch hail reports across the Midwest, Central Missouri is finally seeing a break in the action. Something you may have noticed, though, is that the majority of these tornado-producing storms also had this large hail to accompany them. While they look like two completely different beasts,
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Tracking a brief break in activity before more storm chances arrive
TODAY: I’m tracking dry, sunny weather for most this afternoon as winds blow out of the north at 8-12 mph and temperatures warm into the mid-70s. The only chance for precipitation will be potential isolated showers and lightning near I-44 this afternoon. TONIGHT: I’m tracking a clear and cool evening as winds continue to blow
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Tracking a pleasant weekend that ends with storms
TODAY: Friday is mostly dry, after showers exit early this morning. Some rain may linger near I-44 for the morning drive. From 7 a.m. on, we expect dry weather until isolated showers and storms pop up in the south this afternoon. Our best chances for isolated rain and lightning will be near I-44. Dry weather
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WEATHER ALERT DAY: Damaging winds possible overnight Thursday into Friday morning
Thursday is an ABC17 Stormtrack Weather Alert Day as there is a chance for strong storms overnight Thursday into the pre-dawn hours Friday morning. These will not be as intense as the storms the region experienced last Friday. SETUP: A dry line across eastern Kansas has allowed storms to develop to our west. These storms
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Moisture provides “hidden” heat for strong storms
Spring storms are expected for Thursday night, but the end of April has already experienced an early taste of summer due to the heat and humidity. This late-April heat is particularly notable because of the high humidity levels. While Mid-MO has already recorded several sweltering days in the 90s as far back as March, the
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