Severe Weather Archives

Flooding expected throughout Mid-Missouri as storms roll in Sunday

October 24, 2021 5:21 AM Ben Fein

Mid-Missouri is bracing for a round of potentially severe weather, with flooding impacts widespread as rain is expected throughout the day Sunday.

Strong storms tonight usher in fall-like air for the rest of the week

September 20, 2021 2:56 PM Jessica Hafner

If you’ve been patiently awaiting fall-like temperatures to catch up with the calendar, we’re finally getting a break from the heat after a cold front moves through tonight. Temperatures across the mountain west and upper Plains have dipped into the 60s for highs on Monday, a sharp contrast of what we have seen the last

Governor Parson deploys Missouri National Guard to assist with Hurricane Ida

September 1, 2021 4:42 AM Ben Fein

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Gov. Parson has mobilized 300 Missouri National Guard members to assist in post-Hurricane Ida recovery efforts in Louisiana. “The Missouri National Guard is well-trained and equipped to assist in recovery operations and has done similar missions in the past with Hurricanes Katrina and Rita,” said Maj. Gen. Levon Cumpton, Missouri National Guard

Columbia Red Cross team responding to Louisiana for Hurricane Ida

August 30, 2021 5:13 AM Meghan Drakas

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The American Red Cross of Missouri-Arkansas is sending multiple response teams to Louisiana to help residents of the state recovering from Hurricane Ida. The Columbia Red Cross is sending one team of two drivers with a vehicle filled with food and emergency supplies to communities in Louisiana. Two crews will also depart

SEVERE WEATHER UPDATES: Outages reported across mid-Missouri, trees down block road in Columbia

August 12, 2021 4:55 PM Karl Wehmhoener

A storm coming through mid-Missouri has caused several power outages and blown over trees have blocked a road in Columbia. According to the Boone County Joint Communications, drivers should choose an alternate route on Rock Quarry Rd between Grindstone and Stadium closed due to several trees down in the road. Boone County Joint Communications is

Boone County officials report water over multiple roads Friday morning

July 16, 2021 6:01 AM Molly Stawinoga

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As rain continued to fall Friday morning, Boone County Joint Communications sent alerts about road impacts. Officials posted to Twitter shortly before 5:45 a.m. Friday, saying water was over the roadway on Clark Lane at the intersection with Dawn Ridge. BCJC asked drivers to use caution and avoid the area if possible.

Report of water over Highway 50 in Moniteau County

July 12, 2021 8:07 AM Molly Stawinoga

Dispatchers told ABC 17 News the highway was not blocked off yet.

Boone County emergency officials give safety advice ahead of possible severe storms

July 10, 2021 5:00 PM Chanel Porter

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Another round of storms are expected to roll through Mid-Missouri Saturday night and emergency officials want to make sure residents are prepared. Before the storms hit, it is best to put together an emergency kit. Sharon Watson with the American Red Cross, said this should include things like a flashlight, battery-operated radio,

Officials warn of severe weather ahead of expected storms in Mid-Missouri

July 10, 2021 7:26 AM Ben Fein

The Boone County Fire Protection District posted to their Facebook page Saturday, advising residents to have multiple ways to check weather conditions.

Missouri Department of Conservation reports floodwaters caused natural fish kill along the Missouri River near Columbia

July 9, 2021 6:46 PM Karl Wehmhoener

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) investigated reports of a large fish kill event just west of Columbia, along Interstate 70 and the Missouri River floodplain. MDC determined receding floodwaters caused the large fish kill of mostly nonnative, invasive silver carp. “As floodwaters receded, many fish did not return to the river,

Missouri seeks damage assessments across 17 counties in preparation for federal disaster declaration request

July 6, 2021 7:24 PM Karl Wehmhoener

JEFFERSON CITY, MO. (KMIZ) Gov. Mike Parson announced that Missouri has requested the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to participate in joint Preliminary Damage Assessments (PDAs) in 17 counties in response to severe storms and flooding. Teams will survey the damage that began on June 19 with severe weather and continued through July 1 in

Boone County OEM recommends who to contact after recent flooding

July 2, 2021 9:46 PM Karl Wehmhoener

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Boone County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is recommending residents affected by flooding and storm damage to call 2-1-1 with requests for assistance. The phones are handled 24/7 to connect citizens with available community resources. Support resources available from 2-1-1 may include: Basic human needs: food pantries, shelters, rent or utility

Multiple alerts about water over roads in Boone County; driver able to leave vehicle after getting stuck in water on roadway

July 1, 2021 6:32 AM Molly Stawinoga

Rain Thursday morning caused more flooding issues in Mid-Missouri.

Mold a danger for those hit by last week’s flash flooding

June 28, 2021 4:27 PM Leila Mitchell

Increased flooding in Mid-Missouri has caused longer wait times for restoration companies. But experts say people who have flood damage in their homes shouldn’t wait to take steps against mold.

Tracking river flood potential

June 28, 2021 3:33 PM Maddie Est

We’ve been tracking localized flooding for you all weekend long, but with more rain on the way, flooding is still a major concern. The National Severe Storms Laboratory of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration states that flash flooding is the most dangerous type of flooding as there is little forewarning allowing for preparations to

Firefighters help men trapped in Boone County floodwaters

June 28, 2021 1:26 PM Matthew Sanders

The two men told firefighters their pickup truck, which was pulling a camper, bogged down in the floodwaters on Route K at the Katy Trail at about 8 p.m. Sunday. They refused medical treatment.

Officials prepare for continued rain, flash flooding in Mid-Missouri

June 27, 2021 6:16 PM Ben Fein

Boone County Fire officials say they’re ready for another week of storms and flash flooding as Mid-Missouri is still recovering from the latest round of storms.

Crews work to repair damages left by latest round of storms

June 26, 2021 8:21 PM Ben Fein

Nelson’s Tree Service in Columbia has been working night and day to clean up debris left by trees in both homes and on roads after severe storms hit Mid-Missouri Friday.

FRIDAY STORM UPDATES: Multiple water rescue reported in Jefferson City

June 25, 2021 4:35 AM ABC 17 News Team

Check back here for storm updates in Mid-Missouri.

Flooded roadways in Columbia are resulting in longer response times for emergency teams

June 25, 2021 4:37 PM Chanel Porter

COLUMBIA. Mo. (KMIZ) Brad Frazier with the Columbia Fire Department said his crews responded to five water rescues in a 90 minute period Friday morning, but the response time took a bit longer than expected. Frazier said not only are the commonly flooded roadways closed but roadways in different areas are flooded also. He said