Tornado Warning Issued for Parts of Eastern Arkansas and Southeastern Missouri Until 6:30 PM CDT

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued a Tornado Warning for portions of eastern Arkansas and southeastern Missouri. This is an immediate threat based on a confirmed tornado observed by weather spotters.

Affected Areas

The following geographic regions are under the warning:

• Eastern Arkansas: Greene County, Northwestern Craighead County, and Southern Clay County.
• Southeastern Missouri: Southwestern Dunklin County.

Specific locations impacted include Paragould, Bono, Rector, Senath, Marmaduke, Crowleys Ridge State Park, Lake Frierson State Park, Oak Grove Heights, Cardwell, Hornersville, Arbyrd, Lafe, O’Kean, Delaplaine, Egypt, Evening Star, Beech Grove, Walcott, Fontaine, and Crockett.

What You Should Do

TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a storm shelter 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. Mobile homes in this area are at high risk of being damaged or destroyed.

Expected Conditions

• Hazards: Damaging tornado and quarter-size hail (up to 1.00 inch).
• Current Tracking: At 5:47 PM CDT, a confirmed tornado was located over Minturn, or near Hoxie, moving northeast at 55 mph.
• Potential Impact: Flying debris will be dangerous to those without shelter. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles is expected, and tree damage is likely.

Timeline

The alert was issued at 5:47 PM CDT on March 15, 2026, and is currently effective until 6:30 PM CDT.