Headline:
Tornado Warning issued August 19 at 10:08PM CDT until August 19 at 10:30PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
August 19, 2026 - 8:08pm
Expires:
August 19, 2026 - 8:30pm
Description:
At 1008 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 8 miles northwest of Van Buren, moving east at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and golf ball size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
east central Shannon County.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
Area Description:
Shannon, MO
Forcast Office:
NWS Springfield MO
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov