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Brief Strong Winds As Rain Ends

Potential for Strong to Severe Storms Today

Timing of Showers and Thunderstorms

Wind Speed Reports from Tuesday

Flooding Potential Continues

Localized, brief strong winds gusts have been observed shortly after rain comes to an end on the back side of the system. A High Wind Warning was issued to account for this threat. It is possible that the High Wind Warning will need to be expanded east with time. Stay tuned for updates.

There is a Marginal (level 1 of 5) risk for severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. The expected primary severe thunderstorm hazard is damaging winds. Hail to the size of quarters and a low tornado risk are also possible.

The relative greatest potential for strong to severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening is for locations across the eastern Ozarks, but confidence in severe thunderstorms is limited overall.

Widespread wind damage occurred on April 29th from a severe squall line that pushed across southern Missouri. The strongest winds occurred over Greene, Webster and Laclede counties where winds over 45 mph occurred. Greene county in particular had wind gusts of 80 to 95 mph which caused widespread tree damage and knocked out power across much of the county.

Additional rainfall amounts between 0.25 to 2 inches expected through Thursday. A Flood Watch remains in effect through 7 AM Thursday, so remain aware of flooded areas!