Storm Update: Tracking Severe Weather and Potential Impact

TLDRSevere weather alert! We're tracking storms and potential impacts. Check out our detailed analysis and stay informed.

Key insights

⚡️The main threat is strong winds, with the possibility of rotating storms and tornadoes.

🌧️Torrential rainfall is affecting Pike County, Lincoln County, and Warren County.

🌪️Gasconade County is under a tornado watch until midnight.

🌩️Flash flood warnings are in effect in Jersey County, Calhoun County, and Green County.

🌀The storm system is dynamic, with significant energy moving from New Mexico and Colorado towards us.

Q&A

What is the main threat from these storms?

The main threat is strong winds, with the possibility of rotating storms and tornadoes.

Which areas are experiencing torrential rainfall?

Pike County, Lincoln County, and Warren County are currently receiving heavy rain.

Is Gasconade County under any weather advisory?

Gasconade County is under a tornado watch until midnight.

Are there any flash flood warnings in effect?

Yes, flash flood warnings are in effect in Jersey County, Calhoun County, and Green County.

Where is the energy for the storm system coming from?

The energy for the storm system is coming from New Mexico and Colorado, moving towards our region.

Timestamped Summary

00:08Introduction and check-in from the weather first weather center.

00:21Storms have been less severe than expected, but heavy rain is affecting Pike County, Lincoln County, and Warren County.

01:12A system moving from mid Missouri towards Gasconade County may bring strong winds and the potential for tornadoes.

03:14The main weather threat will be associated with a line of storms pushing in from the west.

04:38An impressive storm system produced 72 mph wind gusts in Warren County.

05:10Heavy rain in Lincoln County, Calhoun County, Jersey County, and Pike County.

06:27Flash flood warnings in effect northeast of our area, including Jersey County, Calhoun County, and Green County.

07:18The storm system is dynamic, with upper level energy moving from New Mexico and Colorado towards us.