Storm Watchers KCMO

31/03/2023

Hail up to 2 inches being detected by radar, heading northeast towards Malta Mo, Marshall Mo, and Slater Mo.

31/03/2023

Severe Thunderstorm Waning

31/03/2023

Got strong storms moving through. They are not severe warned but some are looking to be issued a severe thunderstorm warning. Be Weather Aware.

27/03/2023

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27/03/2023

Ok Folks! It is that time of year for severe weather to start ramping up, with are first chance at severe weather being this Thursday into Friday. Expect changes to the forecast as we work towards these two days, it is important though that we make sure that we are at least WEATHER AWARE.

11/06/2022

16/05/2022

Weather Aware: There is the potential for strong to severe thunderstorms Tuesday Evening/Night 5/17. All hazards are possible. Damaging Winds, Large Hail, and the possibility of a tornado or two. I will continue to keep you updated as more information roles in.

Risk %:
Damaging Winds 15%
Hail 15%
Tornado 2%

(This is the latest Severe Weather Outlook)

14/05/2022

Weather Aware: Strong to Severe thunderstorms are possible early Sunday morning. Large Hail and Damaging Winds are the main threats. I will keep you posted as more information roles in.

04/05/2022

Here is some Wacky Weather ideas. ***HIGHLY NOT RECOMMENDED!***

02/05/2022

Weather Alert (Red Event): Here is the updated Severe Weather Outlook from the National Weather Service. All modes of severe weather are possible. Large Hail, Damaging Winds, and Tornadoes. The risk is higher for those in the Enhanced and Moderate Risk. Make sure that you have a way to receive emergency alert and a plan in place in case you have to take shelter.

01/05/2022

30/04/2022

ACTIVE WATCH: SEL1

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Number 161
NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK
830 PM CDT Fri Apr 29 2022

The NWS Storm Prediction Center has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Watch for portions of
South-central Iowa
Extreme eastern Kansas
West-central and northwestern Missouri

* Effective this Friday night and Saturday morning from 830 PM
until 400 AM CDT.

* Primary threats include...
Scattered damaging winds and isolated significant gusts to 80
mph likely
Scattered large hail and isolated very large hail events to 2
inches in diameter possible
A tornado or two possible

SUMMARY...A band of severe thunderstorms is expected to cross the
watch area from west-east this evening, offering severe gusts,
sporadic large hail, with a tornado also possible embedded in the
complex.

The severe thunderstorm watch area is approximately along and 50
statute miles east and west of a line from 50 miles southwest of
K**b Noster MO to 60 miles north northwest of Lamoni IA. For a
complete depiction of the watch see the associated watch outline
update (WOUS64 KWNS WOU1).

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

REMEMBER...A Severe Thunderstorm Watch means conditions are
favorable for severe thunderstorms in and close to the watch area.
Persons in these areas should be on the lookout for threatening
weather conditions and listen for later statements and possible
warnings. Severe thunderstorms can and occasionally do produce
tornadoes.

&&

OTHER WATCH INFORMATION...CONTINUE...WW 158...WW 160...

AVIATION...A few severe thunderstorms with hail surface and aloft to
2 inches. Extreme turbulence and surface wind gusts to 70 knots. A
few cumulonimbi with maximum tops to 500. Mean storm motion vector
26035.

30/04/2022

Mesoscale Discussion 0587
NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK
0805 PM CDT Fri Apr 29 2022

Areas affected...Far eastern KS into northwest MO

Concerning...Severe potential...Watch likely

Valid 300105Z - 300200Z

Probability of Watch Issuance...80 percent

SUMMARY...The threat for damaging wind and perhaps a tornado or two
will increase later tonight. Watch issuance is likely.

DISCUSSION...At 01Z, a mix of small bowing segments and embedded
supercells is ongoing across northeast KS. An evolution toward an
increasingly linear mode is expected with time, as a cold front
continues to overtake the ongoing storms. While lesser buoyancy and
increasing MLCINH will characterize the downstream environment
across northwest MO, an increasing low-level jet will help to
sustain convection, with moderate deep-layer shear continuing to
support organized structures. The linear mode will result in
primarily a damaging wind risk later tonight, though a tornado or
two will remain possible, as an increasing low-level jet maintains
strong low-level shear/SRH across the region. Watch issuance is
likely soon in order to cover these threats.

29/04/2022

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Tornado Watch Number 158
NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK
335 PM CDT Fri Apr 29 2022

The NWS Storm Prediction Center has issued a

* Tornado Watch for portions of
Eastern Kansas
Southeast Nebraska

* Effective this Friday afternoon and evening from 335 PM until
1100 PM CDT.

* Primary threats include...
A few tornadoes and a couple intense tornadoes likely
Widespread large hail and isolated very large hail events to 3
inches in diameter likely
Widespread damaging wind gusts to 70 mph likely

SUMMARY...Isolated but intense supercell thunderstorms may develop
this afternoon and evening across the watch area. Any storm that
forms and persists will pose a risk of very large hail, damaging
winds, and strong tornadoes.

The tornado watch area is approximately along and 70 statute miles
east and west of a line from 30 miles north northwest of Beatrice NE
to 70 miles southeast of Wichita KS. For a complete depiction of the
watch see the associated watch outline update (WOUS64 KWNS WOU8).

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

REMEMBER...A Tornado Watch means conditions are favorable for
tornadoes and severe thunderstorms in and close to the watch
area. Persons in these areas should be on the lookout for
threatening weather conditions and listen for later statements
and possible warnings.

29/04/2022

Weather Alert (Red Event): Here is the updated Severe Weather Outlook form from the National Weather Service for 4/29/22. Current hazards include Damaging Winds, Large Hail, and Tornadoes. The greatest threat for Tornadoes, Damaging Winds, and Large Hail are North Eastern Oklahoma, Central-Eastern Kansas, South Eastern Nebraska, and far Western Missouri. (Those in the Moderate Risk) Damaging Winds 70+ mph are the greatest threat for Northern Kansas and Southern Nebraska. Remember to have a plan in place and stay Weather Aware!

21/04/2022

Weather Aware: There is a potential for severe weather this Saturday. Currently the risk is very low as some models are suggesting storms may have a rough time firing off. I will keep you updated as more information comes in. As for now just know, some of you could see a strong thunderstorm that day.

17/04/2022

Happy Easter from Storm Watchers! I hope everyone has a fun filled Easter with Family and Friends!

12/04/2022

Weather Alert (Update): Here is the new updated Severe Weather Outlook for tonight’s thunderstorms. KCMO continues to sit in the Enhanced risk with a slight expansion to the east. Current hazards remain the same. Damaging Winds, Large Hail, and a Isolated Tornado are all still possible. Remember to have a plan in place.

***If you have friends or family in Iowa I would notify them that they now have a increased risk for a strong/violent Tornado, Large Hail, and Damaging Winds. Help make sure that they have a plan in place to keep themselves and their families safe.***

12/04/2022

Weather Alert (Red Event): Here is the updated Severe Weather Outlook for Tuesday. Today there is and Enhanced and Slight Risk for severe thunderstorms through late tonight into the overnight hours. All modes of severe weather are possible with this system. North Western Missouri has the highest probability for seeing tornadoes, some of which could be strong to violent. The KCMO Region still sits in the 5% risk for tornadoes which that is not high but it’s not low either. So make sure to have a way to receive alerts. As for damaging winds and hail we could see gusts of 60+mph or higher and hail sizes of up to an inch or more. I will continue to keep you updated as more information roles in. Remember to be weather aware.

11/04/2022

Update: The greater tornado risk has shifted north of the Kansas City Region. That does not mean there is no longer a risk we still sit in the 5%. So still be weather aware!

Weather Alert (Red Event): As a reminder there is Enhanced to slight risk for strong to Severe Thunderstorms tomorrow for the KCMO region. The current hazards tomorrow are Large Hail, Damaging Winds, and Tornadoes (Some could be strong to violent). It is important to make sure that you have a plan in place for tomorrows weather. That includes making sure to have a safe place to go to in case of a tornado warning (Interior Most Center Bathroom In The Home, Basement, Storm Shelter, etc). Tomorrow is most definitely a Weather Aware day. I will continue to keep you updated as more information rolls in throughout the day today and tomorrow.

Below is Tuesday 4/12/22 Severe Weather Outlook:

09/04/2022

Weather Alert (Red Event): The National Weather Service has increased the risk for Severe Thunderstorms, Tuesday April, 12. Potential hazards include Large Hail, Damaging Winds, and Tornadoes. I will continue to keep you updated as more information rolls in. Remember KCMO Region, Stay Weather Aware.

08/04/2022

Weather Aware: Here is the updated Severe Weather Outlook for the multi-day severe weather threat 4/11-4/13. Damaging Winds, Large Hail, and Tornadoes are possible. Expect more changes to come as we get closer to next week.

07/04/2022

Weather Aware: Next week a multi-day severe weather threat is expected to effect the Kansas City Region Tuesday and Wednesday. For Tuesday the severe weather threat will be south of I-70 but still within the KCMO Region and then Wednesday all of the KCMO Region will be in the risk for severe weather. I will continue to keep you guys updated as more information comes in.

29/03/2022

ACTIVE WATCH: Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect from March 29, 04:55 PM CDT until March 30, 12:00 AM CDT

29/03/2022

Weather Alert: The Tornado risk for part of the KCMO Region has slightly Increased. Make sure sure to have a way to receive weather alerts and a plan in place in case of a Tornado.

27/03/2022

Weather Alert (Yellow Event): There is the potential for strong to severe thunderstorms this Tuesday. Currently we are under a slight risk for the KCMO Region. Damaging Winds, Large Hail, and a Tornado or Two cannot be ruled out. I will continue to keep you guys updated as more information rolls in.

22/03/2022

Weather Aware: Todays severe weather risk has decreased. Risk for severe weather is extremely low. Just expecting showers and thunderstorms throughout the day.

21/03/2022

Weather Alert (Yellow Event): There is a marginal risk for severe weather tomorrow as a Cold Core Setup comes into Missouri. Current hazards are Damaging Winds, Large Hail, and the possibility for a tornado. Currently the risk for severe weather is low at this time, but it does have the potential to increase. So Stay Weather Aware KCMO Region!

11/03/2022

AS A REMINDER:
Thank you all who have liked or followed KCMO Storm Watchers. As we work are way into a severe weather season I just wanted to share a few features on this page that I will be using to help keep you safe. Remember KCMO Region to always stay WEATHER AWARE!

Detailed Weather Forecasts: When you see "Detailed Weather Forecasts" on any posts this is to help show you what to expect for your day and night. This includes temperature, wind speed/gusts, and precipitation.

Weather Aware: When you see "Weather Aware" on any posts this is an alert to notify you of any upcoming or concerning weather events. ***It is not a warning***

Weather Alert (Yellow Event): When you see "Weather Alert (Yellow Event)" on any posts this is an alert to notify of impending winter or severe weather that could cause slight issues to your day. This is similar to what is known as an advisory.

Weather Alert (RED EVENT): When you see " Weather Alert (RED EVENT)" on any posts this is an alert to notify you of impending winter or severe weather that could cause significant issues to your day.

ACTIVE WATCH: When you see "ACTIVE WATCH" on any posts this is to notify you of any active watches issued by the National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill MO for severe weather/winter weather. ***BE WEATHER ALERT WHEN WATCHES ARE ISSUED***

ACTIVE WARNING: When you see "ACTIVE WARNING" on any posts this is to notify you of any active warnings issued by the National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill MO for severe weather/winter weather. This also include any "Tornado Emergencies" (Tornado emergencies are issued when a significant/historic damaging tornado is on the ground. These are rarely issued.) ***THESE ALERTS SHOULD BE TAKEN SERIOUSLY***

09/03/2022

ACTIVE WARNING: Winter Storm Warning in effect from March 9, 09:00 PM CST until March 11, 06:00 AM CST

08/03/2022

ACTIVE WATCH: Winter Storm Watch in effect from March 9, 09:00 PM CST until March 11, 06:00 AM CST

08/03/2022

Weather Alert (RED EVENT): A Winter Storm is looking more increasingly likely for your Wednesday night into Friday Morning. Be prepared for hazardous road conditions. I will continue to keep you updated as more information comes in.

07/03/2022

Weather Aware: OK KCMO Region you know the drill. There is a potential for snow this Wednesday night into Friday morning. I currently can not give any exact totals just yet, as there are still lots of uncertainties. I will continue to you keep you updated as more information comes in.

23/02/2022

Weather Aware: OK KCMO Region we got some more winter weather coming in for our Thursday. I'm not expecting much with this one as this system is not as strong as the last one, The system will be fighting dry air which is why I am expecting very minor accumulations of a Dusting to an inch. Be prepared for possible slick road conditions. Other than all of that, stay safe KCMO Region!

16/02/2022

ACTIVE WARNING:Winter Storm Warning in effect from February 17, 12:00 AM CST until February 17, 06:00 PM CST