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Kansas City, MO Storm Alert: Hail, Flood Risk Oct. 13-14
Kansas City, MO – Residents across the Kansas City region and portions of western and central Missouri face a potentially dangerous stretch of weather Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, October 13
By Natalie Rhodes · 2026-10-13T12:04:43.904Z
Kansas City, MO – Residents across the Kansas City region and portions of western and central Missouri face a potentially dangerous stretch of weather Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, October 13 14, as severe thunderstorms threaten damaging winds, large hail and heavy rainfall that could trigger flooding.
According to the National Weather Service NWS in Kansas City, storms are expected to move into the region from the west Tuesday evening, bringing the potential for wind gusts reaching 70 mph and hail as large as golf balls.
The severe weather threat follows unusually warm conditions Tuesday, with record high temperatures possible south of a stalled cold front extending across northern Missouri into northeastern Kansas.
Flood Watch Begins Tuesday Evening
A flood watch will take effect at 7 p.m. Tuesday and continue through 10 a.m. Wednesday for areas south and southeast of the Kansas City metropolitan area.
Forecasters expect rainfall totals of 1 to 3 inches within the watch area, with locally higher amounts possible.
The NWS indicated that the flood watch could expand northward depending on updated forecast guidance.
Heavy rainfall could create hazardous driving conditions, particularly on low lying roads, near creeks and in areas prone to flash flooding.
Damaging Winds and Large Hail Remain Concerns
Along with flooding, severe thunderstorms could produce wind gusts strong enough to damage trees, power lines and unsecured outdoor objects.
Hail reaching golf ball size could also damage vehicles and property.
The weather service's outlook also identifies a tornado threat, although damaging winds and large hail remain the primary severe weather hazards.
Additional rainfall may continue into Thursday, potentially worsening flooding concerns in areas already saturated by overnight storms.
Residents should monitor updated NWS forecasts, secure outdoor belongings and avoid driving across flooded roadways.
With severe weather expected after sunset, residents are encouraged to keep multiple ways of receiving weather warnings available overnight.