Story Created:
Jan 8, 2008
Story Updated:
Jan 8, 2008
***UPDATE @ 1:40 AM***
For those wondering about our audio...when we took a power bump earlier tonight we lost our audio signal on our analog over-the-air signal. Folks on most cable systems and satellite should still be able to hear us.
With that said, we are keeping a close eye on several tornadic thunderstorms one of which is moving from around the Monett area toward the Greene County line. Residents of Springfield should keep a close eye on this storm as it continues to push northeast VERY quickly at 60 miles per hour. Another tornadic thunderstorm is moving north of Ava through northern Douglas County into Wright County and parts of Texas County as well.
Keep you reports coming and also if you have any pictures send them to weather@kspr.com. Thanks for watching tonight and stay safe.
KSPR Weather Team
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A very active overnight is ahead. We still have a line of potentially tornadic thunderstorms lined up from McDonald County through Barry and Christian Counties northeastward toward Fort Leonard Wood. This line is only SLOWLY moving east through the night so the tornado threat will continue over much of the area and points east and major flooding is possible as some areas may see 6-7+ inches by the time the storm winds down by tomorrow morning.
Kevin just mentioned on-air that we are watching cells form out ahead of the line which have a chance to quickly turn tornadic. This is really what we will be keeping an eye on through the next few hours. We'll stay here until the threat ends. Continue with your comments and questions and hopefully some of our regular bloggers can answer them. We've just been swamped tonight with more than 40 warnings.
Josh deBerge and Kevin Lighty
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Tuesday, Jan 8 at 8:14 AM Valerie from Bolivar wrote ...
See that we have another Valerie, so thought I'd clarify. Had that one strong thunderstorm come through; that was when I got off the computer. Then there was lightning and rain through the night.I have not been out today, but you can pretty well bet that there was some flooding. Fortunately the large cell that came through last night did not have time to turn tornadic before it reached us. I pray that this morning finds you tired, but safe. Thank you for going above and beyond!
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 6:47 AM Valerie wrote ...
Oh funny, I just asked how many and as I hit Submit, you said 98!! Holy cow!! Thanks again!!
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 6:45 AM Valerie wrote ...
Just curious if you have a total of actual and possible tornados and how many warnings were sent out lastnight? Amazing job, everyone!! Thank you so much for saving the lives you saved lastnight with your fantastic coverage!!!
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 5:24 AM Brian (aka Barin) wrote ...
On a side note to the 1967 out break of storms. There were only 2 tornado's and 3 deaths from what I could find. Sorry for the name typo :)~
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:52 AM Alisha wrote ...
I'm a single mother of 4 and we live off of Walnut Lawn and Golden, so to say I was scared is an understatement. I have always depended on "the other" local news station until tonight. Thanks to your continuous coverage and details, I was able to stay informed enough to keep my cool in front of the kids and keep them calm. Thanks to all of you at KSPR, we managed to stay safe through the worst storm we have ever seen. A BIG THANK YOU to all of you at our new news station from all 5 of us!!!
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:51 AM Hiedi wrote ...
Just got off work and had to drive by Glenstone and Chestnut. The former flea market building there had the windows blown out and the Krispy Kreme sign is down. The Harry Cooper Bldg is a wreck. So much debris. Thanks for the continous coverage. You are truely life savers.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:46 AM Daniel wrote ...
You guys should give Natalie Nunn a hard time! When you brought her on the air to explain some of the video she got while driving around-- she was talking about a telephone pole and how it was hanging so low that you couldn't drive under it----well right before she said that--a car drove by!!!! Way to go Natalie! haha WE LOVE YOU!
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:42 AM Elisha wrote ...
Oh my gosh. You guys just posted a picture of AT&T's construction company crew and it completely fell flat. My husband works for them... that is his work place. This is really bad because that is the crew and the trucks that would be repairing all the downed lines in this area... my gosh, I can't believe my husband's place of work was destroyed.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:29 AM Elisha wrote ...
You guys rock... seriously. I appreciate such intensive coverage. You're all doing a great job!
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:28 AM Rachelle wrote ...
you guys are doing a great job it is very much appriciated =)
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:27 AM Mark wrote ...
I also saw the funnel from my home at sunshine and campbell. Saw it going by bass pro. And saw the transformers going off. went for a little drive over by the park off of kimbrough to check on my brother. Numerous tree limbs and basketball goals in the roadway. Saw some flooding over the roadway in that area too. Be very careful out there everyone. Thank you again kevin and josh. Very informative.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:26 AM Josh deBerge wrote ...
Lebanon is in the clear right now. Heavy rain is possible though with a few claps of thunder.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:20 AM Elise wrote ...
I just drove home from a friend's house who had a basement - MSU campus was completely out of electric (Grand and National) and there are large tree branches down on Kimbrough and Grand.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:16 AM Brandon wrote ...
I live at Sunset and Battlefield and I saw the funnel cloud as did my brother who lives near Battlefield and Campbell. I also saw green lighting shortly after the worst past my area. The funnel was so low that I couldn't see the bottom of it from my second story balcony because of the other apartment building across the parking lot. I've never seen anything like that before, I could actually see the funnel rotating. Thank you so much for keeping so many people safe throughout this crazy night
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:12 AM BAM wrote ...
I AM AT CAMBELL AND PLAINVIEW ROD IN SOUTHERN HILLS SUB... GOT VERY BAD OUT HERE I HAVE TREE LIMB DOWN AND IT TURNED MY CAMPER IN THE DRIVE AROUND AND PUT IT UP AGAINST MY GARAGE. LOT OF RAIN. NO MAJOR DAMAGES AROUND HERE.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:12 AM Crystal Klotz wrote ...
Thank you for doing what you could to find out about our home. I am a manager at the Taco Bell in Marshfield that had their sign blown down earlier this evening so, as you can imagine, I have been quite the worry wort about our house. :) Tell Natalie Nunn to be careful out there, we went to the same high school and were even in Student Council together its great to see her on the news these days. Keep up the good work and get some rest. I'm used to no sleep with a two month old baby!
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:10 AM US wrote ...
1730 E.VALLY WATERMILL (UNEVENTFUL)
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:10 AM casie wrote ...
My T.V. isn't currently hooked up and I've got no radio. Is Lebanon clear yet? Can I sleep? What should I expect? I've been on and off this site since 8pm.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:10 AM Brain wrote ...
I was looking up on the computer and found that January 24 1967 was the last out break of this kind and the only out break of tornado's that I could find in January in the last 40 year's. well my wife has told me I am not the first to figure this out she just heard this on the radio as I am typing this. Just some triva.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:08 AM Joan wrote ...
Thank you for keeping us informed through this very long night!
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:08 AM Cedgar wrote ...
My husband is on a business trip to Springfield. I have kept up with all of the tornados through this website, and the blog has been very informational too. Keep up the good work.... Wish we had such an informative station in my very rural area of Oklahoma!
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:08 AM Danny W. wrote ...
Do you think you could put up the rain totals so far?
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:07 AM Eric wrote ...
Thank you guys for the good warning. I live on Campbell and Battlefield and saw the funnel just in time to run inside. Right after you guys lost signal my apartment starting shaking pretty bad, but everything is okay now. What a night.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:01 AM Lisa Douglas wrote ...
Thank you for the intensive coverage. What about Harrison, Arkansas? We're just now entering some of the red areas on the tailend of this. And there was a rotation circle that appeared near Harrison a few minutes ago. Can you update us more please? We appreciate you!
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 4:01 AM Celeste wrote ...
Wow, thank you guys so much. I bet those idiots that were mad about the snow are thanking their lucky stars for having you guys. Tell KSPR that you guys deserve a vacation!!
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 3:59 AM Daniel wrote ...
Can you guys total up the number of Tornado Warnings issued in the last 24 hours?
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 3:54 AM Crystal Klotz wrote ...
Where is there damage in Springfield? My family and I have taken shelter elsewhere and I am worried sick about our home at Robberson and Dale street. Please update us soon on where the damage has occurred in Springfield, I am going crazy not knowing. Hope everyone is safe and with their families. My prayers go out to those who have been affected by these terrible storms tonite. God Bless.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 3:51 AM Josh deBerge wrote ...
Thanks for the kinds words. Folks, Springfield is in the clear for the rest of the evening. Heavy rain and some gusty winds are possible, but I don't expect anything tornadic. Well off to the east we are dealing with tornadic storms though! Keep the reports coming.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 3:48 AM Sarah wrote ...
It is great to know that with this web site my husband and his unit in Iraq are able to see what is going on here at home. I hope this site helps them feel a little closer to home. I know that for me the information you give out has really help me and my family here in the Nixa area. Keep up the good work.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 3:46 AM cassie pierce wrote ...
Is the threat over the southwest springfield still in route? Just wondering and you guys have made it wonderful for me to be able to track this storm with you.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 3:44 AM Bri wrote ...
Hey thanks for keeping me safe guys. This is the weirdest weather i ever experienced since i moved to Springfield from Seattle. You Guys are awesome being a 6 ft 195 ex football player i can be scared of tornadoes too. Thanks for keeping me informed. There 2 things i don't want to see again Tornadoes and Hillary Clinton being President. I pray for the city and i hope nothing got damaged and i thank god for you guys
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 3:40 AM Addie wrote ...
You guys are ROCKIN! Thank you so much for sticking it out there at the north campus, I was never more proud to be a KSPR gal than tonight while huddled in my bathtub with my husband and cats. Glad you guys are okay too, you definitely had me scared for your safety there for a while! EXCELLENT JOB!!!
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 3:40 AM Julie wrote ...
You guys are great. I used to watch another station but now only tune in to yours. Living north of Hillcrest I was hiding out in the bathroom a few times tonight. Your staying on the air and giving detailed info is very much appreciated.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 3:33 AM Caitlin wrote ...
Thank you guys so much for all your hard work! You guys are better than any other news program in this area when it comes to tracking severe weather. My cats and I were huddled in the bathtub with the volume really loud, and you guys were on top of everything. Thanks so much!
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 3:30 AM Kim wrote ...
Thanks Josh, you guys have done a super job through all of this! Thank you so much!
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 3:28 AM T.Lombardo wrote ...
Status in Marshfield area?
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 3:26 AM michael chandler wrote ...
It's nice to know you guys are there. Thanks alot
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 3:24 AM Josh deBerge wrote ...
Kim...Springfield should be clear. There is some very heavy rainfall expected to move in in the next 30 minutes and there will likely be some rain and thunderstorms that accompany it, but I think our threat of really severe weather has ended once this last line moved through. Stay safe and tell you kids, the KSPR weather guys say things are going to be OK!
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 3:21 AM Kim wrote ...
Wow, this last round gave me a very rude awakening! Is this it or is there more to come? I have two very scared children, they have been nervous all night and barely slept. It sounds like it does in a scary movie, the wind howling, shutters slamming. It's awful!
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 3:16 AM RJ wrote ...
You guys deserve a long vacation after tonight! You have been at this for nearly 12 hours...I dont know who we need to write to thank---but you guys literally saved lives tonight. We often given dr's, firemen, and police officers tons of credit but we dont give meteorologists the credit they deserve. I'm sure many more fellow bloggers agree! Thank you thank you thank you!!!!!!
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 3:12 AM Josh deBerge wrote ...
Thanks for the reports. We'll share them on-air shortly. I'll soon be giving the all clear for Springfield. I hope everyone in Springfiels is OK.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 3:11 AM Michael Chandler wrote ...
This is a crazy view. That had to be the tornado
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 3:08 AM Michael Chandler wrote ...
I am working at Cox south on the 9th floor. I watched 9 transformers blow up in a line. Looking North west. It was a tornado.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 3:06 AM Craig Smith wrote ...
My girlfriend and I are huddled in the middle closet in our small house near bass pro. Our back door is slamming shut due to the high wind speeds. We have the TV on full blast to keep updated on ur tv reports. Luckily wireless internet allows us to keep contact. Keep safe at the station, and we'll keep listening. Thanks for working hard all night we've been tuned since 9 pm.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 3:03 AM rivercut subdivision wrote ...
We're in Rivercut subdivision, south of republic. Had a VERY HEAVY swing set blow over and down the hill. A locked basement door blew open, cracking the door frame. The roof is leaking
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 2:56 AM John R wrote ...
you're back thank god. i was really worried
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 2:54 AM John R wrote ...
we lost your signal all together, saw the very strong winds on the outside cam...are you all ok? Alot of springfield stations just went "BOOM" and are off........
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 2:49 AM Mark wrote ...
Just saw the funnel towards battlefield, I live at campbell and sunshine, Amazing, i hope everyones ok
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 2:41 AM Kevin Foster wrote ...
When this large front came through Neosho (20 miles south of Joplin) - it came with great strength and very high winds. It covered the entire county in about 15 minutes. I noticed that all the existing storms at the time changed their course from NE to almost straight East. At least one tornado snuffed out as this front hit it. Perhaps this storm will cut off the supercells still in process of creating tornadoes. But these winds are strong enough to make driving 18 wheelers dangerous.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 2:24 AM Josh deBerge wrote ...
Mark...in layman's terms...yes that is what is happening. That last line of storms could very well be severe with very gusty winds and some small hail. Then just some rain for the rest of the night behind it.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 2:20 AM Mark wrote ...
It looks like on radar that the cold front is blowing out the storms like a candle. In laymans terms is that what the front is doing essentially?
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 2:13 AM Mark wrote ...
sorry i was commenting on a diff storm
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 2:11 AM MItch wrote ...
Just so you know, I have DISH, and still can't hear you. I have every other station though.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 2:09 AM Cody Baker wrote ...
Should Billings be looking at the storm coming from the monett marionville area? or are we in the clear?
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 2:09 AM Caitlin wrote ...
Yes, the foghorn works well!...But every time I hear it I freak out about what may be happening.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 2:08 AM Caitlin wrote ...
I would recommend reading the most recent comments before posting a question. They have been saying for a while now that Springfield needs to stay alert from that storm coming from the Purdy area. I asked the same question earlier, as well.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 2:01 AM Mark wrote ...
Springfield should kep an eye on the one coming up from the purdy area right?
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 2:01 AM SomeguyinBattlefield wrote ...
Thank you Josh
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 1:58 AM Josh deBerge wrote ...
You should keep a close eye on the storm approaching Battlefield.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 1:54 AM SomeguyinBattlefield wrote ...
DO you think Battlefield is safe?
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 1:50 AM SomeguyinBattlefield wrote ...
Do you think Battlefield will be in the path of this storm?
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 1:48 AM Josh deBerge wrote ...
Caitlin...it is likely that the storm will move into Greene County. We'll see if it maintains its tornado characteristics.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 1:44 AM Caitlin wrote ...
Is the storm currently in Monett heading toward Springfield a funnel cloud or an actual tornado that has touched down?
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 1:33 AM Mitch wrote ...
No one can hear you guys. I think you might need to trade out batteries in your microphones. All we hear is static.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 1:29 AM Caitlin West wrote ...
Thanks guys! Your response was almost instantaneous and very helpful. Greatly appreciated.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 1:25 AM Caitlin West wrote ...
Does anyone know the current situation in Christian county, specifically in the Highlandville/Chestnutridge area? Has a tornado actually touch down there or is that area still under watch? I can't get a hold of my family down there and I'm really worried.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 1:24 AM Josh deBerge wrote ...
We are having trouble with audio on our analog, over the air signal. Most folks on cable systems and on satellite should be able to see us. Engineers are working on the problem right now.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 1:12 AM jessy marny wrote ...
I was just wondering about the storms that hit Marshfield, does anyone have any information on how bad the storms were and if anyone was hurt? I have alot of family up that way and I can't get ahold of them becasue the phone lines are down I'm guessing! thanks again
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 1:10 AM John R wrote ...
Hey guys, loving the coverage you're giving on this storm. Very good media, its people like you guys that save lives. I live in osage beach and have charter cable, still have you on but we've lost audio. its all static right now. Tried to get you on broadcast band but my antenna isn't tall enough. Keep up the good work and thanks for what you've done
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 12:56 AM Mark wrote ...
Kevin and Josh, Loved what you guys did tonight. Is the cold front starting to finally put pressure on these monsters and push them away?
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 12:50 AM Anna wrote ...
Thanks for all the coverage, its been great, but the sound isn't working on your channel here in Rolla, I don't know if its our end or yours.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 12:46 AM Josh deBerge wrote ...
Bill...the storms were not tornadic over Phelps County you were under a Severe Thunderstorm Warning...we stay on for Tornado Warnings. As far as I can see, Dent County is not under a warning. I thought we did a fair job of covering areas outside of Springfield tonight. We'll do better next time. Thanks for the comment.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 12:45 AM Krisa Withnell wrote ...
Ilive in Cassville is there anything else in store for us?
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 12:43 AM Bill Lewis wrote ...
Well your coverage was outstanding IF you live in the Springfield area. We live way up here in Saint James. You signed off and went back to regular programing just as the storm is hitting Saint James. Are we important up here????? I wonder what is in store for us through the night? I see that the tornado warning is still in effect for Dent county (10 miles south of us. Is it safe now?? Doesn't feel like it.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 12:41 AM Josh deBerge wrote ...
Salem and Ava and almost all areas of southwest Missouri will see thunderstorms, some strong and severe tonight.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 12:41 AM Josh deBerge wrote ...
Shannon...no stupid questions on the blog. I bet a lot of other folks were wondering the same thing :)
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 12:40 AM Josh deBerge wrote ...
Cathryn...There is a storm off to the west of Branson that we are watching closely. Internally StormVision radar is showing some increasing rotation. We'll likely break in in the next 15 minutes, if we see something concerning. Kevin and I are discussing it right now.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 12:37 AM Josh deBerge wrote ...
Hi everyone...we'll be getting to the most recent comments here in the next few minutes.
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 12:24 AM Cathryn wrote ...
what is in store for Branson MO. i have not seen much here are we expected to see any severe weather?
Tuesday, Jan 8 at 12:07 AM Julie Hiatt wrote ...
Is it safe to go to bed in Branson?
Monday, Jan 7 at 11:59 PM Sandra Stieben wrote ...
Do you expect severe weather or tornados to hit the Alton area? If so, any idea of the time frame?
Monday, Jan 7 at 11:58 PM Helen Young wrote ...
Josh deBerge and Kevin Lighty, Please know that the tiny town of ELSEY is located on Hwy. 413 about 3 miles east of Crane heading toward Galena.
Monday, Jan 7 at 11:53 PM Dana wrote ...
I heard about 10 minutes ago that a funnel cloud was spotted close to my home. However, you haven't mentioned any follow up on it, (south between nixa and ozark) and instead have been talking about Bary County. Why don't you talk more about spotted problems instead of just what the radar shows?
Monday, Jan 7 at 11:50 PM Jamie wrote ...
I was just wondering if any of these storms will hit the Salem/Dent County area? We hardly ever hear about Salem, and local authoraties rarely set of the sirens in our town. Could you please let us know what is expected for Salem? Thank you for your continued coverage.
Monday, Jan 7 at 11:43 PM iva wrote ...
hi i live in ava missouri and i was woundering if ava has a chance of getting a tornado. or if u think it will pass thru us. if u could let me know that would be great thanks for your time
Monday, Jan 7 at 11:43 PM Shannon Larson wrote ...
Thank you for the information on my "stupid" question. I will now keep my mouth shut and wait for more important information.
Monday, Jan 7 at 11:33 PM Shannon Larson wrote ...
Pardon the stupid question: why do I keep hearing the foghorn noise in the background on the air reports?
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