Missouri, AR – Severe weather is expected to impact the Middle Missouri Valley this Sunday, with thunderstorms potentially bringing damaging winds and tornadoes, according to the National Weather Service. The system is forecast to develop on the afternoon of Sunday, April 20, with the most significant threats likely spanning from northern Missouri through central Arkansas and into central Illinois by the evening.
The storms are expected to develop across northern and central Missouri, progressing southward and intensifying as they move into Arkansas. The greatest risks are damaging winds and the possibility of a few tornadoes, which may form rapidly as the storms evolve.
The National Weather Service urges residents in these regions to monitor the situation closely. Authorities advise having a safety plan in place and staying alert to any watches or warnings issued in the coming days. Local communities in the affected areas should prepare for the severe weather by securing outdoor objects and ensuring they have access to reliable weather updates.
