Missouri Extreme Tornado Warning | Effective 06/26/2026 16:10

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued June 26 at 6:10PM CDT until June 26 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
June 26, 2026 - 4:10pm
Expires: 
June 26, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
At 610 PM CDT, a confirmed tornado was located near Ava, moving east at 10 mph. HAZARD...Damaging tornado. SOURCE...Radar confirmed tornado. 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. This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of north central Douglas County.
Instruction: 
To repeat, a tornado is on the ground. 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: 
Douglas, MO
Forcast Office: 
NWS Springfield MO