Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Clay and Jackson Counties in Missouri
Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Clay and Jackson Counties in Missouri.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
The warning was issued at 1:56 AM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 2:30 AM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as observed.
Storm Details
A severe thunderstorm was located over Sugar Creek, moving east at 35 mph
Hazards
Golf ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts
Potential Impact
People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees
Locations Mentioned
Kansas City, Independence, Lee's Summit, Blue Springs, Grain Valley, Sugar Creek, Buckner, Courtney, Lake Tapawingo, Sibley, River Bend, Birmingham, and Randolph. This includes the following highways. Interstate 70 in Missouri between mile markers 12 and 23. Interstate 470 near mile marker 16. Interstate 435 between mile markers 54 and 61
Areas Affected
The warning covers Clay and Jackson Counties in Missouri.
Safety Information
This storm is producing large hail. SEEK SHELTER NOW inside a sturdy structure and stay away from windows.
