Tornado Warning Issued for St. Louis City and Central St. Louis County Until 5:15 PM CDT

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in St. Louis has issued a Tornado Warning for central Saint Louis County and Saint Louis City in east central Missouri. This alert is based on radar-indicated rotation within severe thunderstorms.

Affected Areas

The warning covers a broad portion of the St. Louis metropolitan area, including:

• Cities and Communities: St. Louis, Town and Country, Creve Coeur, Des Peres, Kirkwood, Sunset Hills, Ladue, St. Ann, Crestwood, Webster Groves, University City, Richmond Heights, Overland, Clayton, Berkeley, Ferguson, Jennings, and Bellefontaine Neighbors.
• Landmarks: Scott Joplin Historic Site.
• Transportation: Interstate 44 in Missouri between exits 276 and 277.

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area should take immediate safety precautions:

• Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a well-built 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 4:47 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms capable of producing a tornado were located along a line from over Olivette to over Sunset Hills, moving east at 45 mph.

Hazards include:

• Tornado: Radar-indicated rotation suggests a threat of a tornado.
• Flying Debris: Debris will be dangerous to those without shelter.
• Structural Damage: Mobile homes may be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles is expected.
• Tree Damage: Significant tree damage is likely.

Timeline

The warning was issued at 4:47 PM CDT on March 15, 2026. It is currently in effect and is scheduled to expire at 5:15 PM CDT.