Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Carter and Ripley Counties in Southeastern Missouri
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Carter and Ripley counties until 5:45 PM CDT, with 70 mph winds and penny-sized hail expected.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Paducah, KY, has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Carter and Ripley counties in southeastern Missouri. This alert is effective as of 4:42 PM CDT and is scheduled to expire at 5:45 PM CDT on March 15, 2026.
Affected Areas
The warning covers geographic regions in southeastern Missouri, specifically including:
- Carter County
- Ripley County
Impacted locations include Doniphan, Van Buren, Naylor, Ellsinore, Hunter, Handy, Budapest, Gatewood, Oxly, Fairdealing, Fremont, Grandin, and Briar.
What You Should Do
For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Residents should remain alert for a possible tornado, as they can develop quickly from severe thunderstorms. If you spot a tornado, go at once to the basement or a small central room in a sturdy structure. A Tornado Watch also remains in effect for southeastern Missouri until 11:00 PM CDT.
Expected Conditions
At 4:41 PM CDT, radar indicated severe thunderstorms located along a line moving east at 60 mph. Hazards include:
- Wind: 70 mph gusts are expected, which may cause considerable tree damage and damage to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
- Hail: Penny-sized hail is possible.
- Tornado Threat: Tornado development is possible during this event.
Timeline
- Effective Time: 4:42 PM CDT, March 15, 2026
- Expiration Time: 5:45 PM CDT, March 15, 2026
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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