Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Douglas, Howell, Ozark Counties MO

Source: NOAA · Southwestern Missouri

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NWS Springfield MO issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for parts of southwestern Missouri until 5:15 PM CDT August 6, with 60 mph winds and quarter-size hail observed.

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Record type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Affected area
Southwestern Missouri
Issued
August 6, 2026
Issuing authority
NWS Springfield MO

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Alert Details

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Springfield MO on August 6 at 4:26 PM CDT. The alert is effective from 4:26 PM CDT until 5:15 PM CDT.

Affected Areas

The warning covers Northeastern Ozark County, Southeastern Douglas County, and Central Howell County in southwestern and south central Missouri. Locations impacted include West Plains, Pomona, South Fork, Siloam Springs, White Church, Pottersville, and Caulfield.

What You Should Do

Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.

Expected Conditions

At 4:26 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 8 miles southwest of West Plains, moving northeast at 15 mph. Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected, along with wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Torrential rainfall may lead to flash flooding.

Timeline

The warning is in effect from August 6 at 4:26 PM CDT until August 6 at 5:15 PM CDT.

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NWS Springfield MO issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for parts of southwestern Missouri until 5:15 PM CDT August 6, with 60 mph winds and quarter-size hail observed.
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