Headline:
Tornado Warning issued June 17 at 5:20PM CDT until June 17 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
June 17, 2026 - 3:20pm
Expires:
June 17, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 519 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 10 miles west of Butler, moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size 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...
Butler, Amsterdam, and Amoret.
This includes Interstate 49 between mile markers 126 and 134.
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:
Bates, MO
Forcast Office:
NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
Sender: