Missouri Tornado Warning | Effective 05/18/2026 16:08

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued May 18 at 6:08PM CDT until May 18 at 6:30PM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
May 18, 2026 - 4:08pm
Expires: 
May 18, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description: 
At 608 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Quitman, moving east at 40 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and two inch hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. Locations impacted include... Maryville, Burlington Junction, Pickering, and Quitman.
Instruction: 
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement 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.
Area Description: 
Nodaway, MO
Forcast Office: 
NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO