Tornado Warning Issued for Oregon and Shannon Counties in South Central Missouri

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Springfield has issued a Tornado Warning for south central Missouri. This alert is effective immediately following radar-indicated rotation within a line of severe thunderstorms.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers Oregon County and southeastern Shannon County. Impacted locations include:

• Thayer
• Winona
• Alton
• Birch Tree
• Thomasville
• Myrtle
• Wilderness
• Couch
• Greer
• Ozark National Scenic Riverways

What You Should Do

TAKE COVER NOW! Residents in the warning area should move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Stay away from windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter immediately to protect yourself from flying debris.

Expected Conditions

At 4:52 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms capable of producing a tornado were located along a line extending from near Birch Tree to 7 miles northeast of Alton to 7 miles east of Mammoth Spring State Park. The system is moving northeast at 55 mph.

Hazards include flying debris which will be dangerous to those without shelter. Mobile homes are at risk of being damaged or destroyed. Residents should also expect damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles, as well as likely tree damage.

Timeline

The Tornado Warning was issued at 4:52 PM CDT on March 15 and is currently scheduled to expire at 5:30 PM CDT.