Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Atchison County, Missouri

Source: NOAA · Atchison County, Missouri

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A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for Atchison County in northwestern Missouri until 4:00 PM CDT on August 19, 2026, with 60 mph winds and quarter-sized hail.

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Record type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Affected area
Atchison County, Missouri
Issued
August 19, 2026
Issuing authority
NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO

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Alert Details

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO. Effective from 3:05 PM CDT to 4:00 PM CDT on August 19, 2026.

Affected Areas

Atchison County in northwestern Missouri. Locations impacted include Tarkio, Rock Port, Fairfax, Blanchard, Westboro, Watson, and Phelps City. This includes Interstate 29 between mile markers 102 and 123.

What You Should Do

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

Expected Conditions

60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail (1.00 inch). Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

Timeline

Alert effective August 19, 2026 from 3:05 PM CDT until 4:00 PM CDT.

Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗

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What is this NWS weather alert about?
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for Atchison County in northwestern Missouri until 4:00 PM CDT on August 19, 2026, with 60 mph winds and quarter-sized hail.
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This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
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This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
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This alert affects Atchison County, Missouri. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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