An unusual mid winter tornado outbreak occurred over southwest and central Missouri.  31 tornadoes struck the region within a 15 hour time frame on 7 January into early morning 8 January.  Two tornadoes intensified to EF-3 status while five tornadoes caused EF-2 damage.  All other tornadoes during this outbreak were surveyed and given EF-0 and EF-1 status.  Multiple training supercells spawned most of these tornadoes that occurred along the Interstate 44 corridor.  Toward the end of this episode, a broken squall line spawned numerous EF-0 and EF-1 tornadoes across the southern Missouri Ozarks.

Tornado in STONE, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 02:36:00 to 08-JAN-08 02:44:00 (CST-6)
Location: ELSEY
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 2.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado is an extension of the Barry County tornado.  A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-1 tornado tracked across rural sections of Stone County.  Poultry barns, sheds, and outbuildings in the vicinity of Boomerrang Road and Highway 248 were heavily damaged or destroyed.  Several poultry barns were also destroyed along Horsecreek Road.

Tornado in LAWRENCE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 19:28:00 to 07-JAN-08 19:37:00 (CST-6)
Location: AURORA
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather storm survey revealed that an EF-0 tornado tracked across rural southeast Lawrence County.  This tornado damaged a few farm houses and outbuildings.  The damage track barely continued into Christian County as the tornado lifted a few yards east of the county line.

Tornado in DOUGLAS, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:17:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:26:00 (CST-6)
Location: TIGRIS
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-0 tornado tracked across rural areas of northwest Douglas County.  Several barns and outbuildings were either damaged or destroyed with numerous trees snapped or uprooted.

Tornado in DOUGLAS, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:43:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: DRURY
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 125.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-1 tornado impacted rural areas of northeast Douglas County.  This tornado caused significant tree damage and moved a mobile home from its foundation.

Tornado in WRIGHT, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:45:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:47:00 (CST-6)
Location: DAWSON
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-1 tornado tracked over rural areas north of Mountain Grove causing damage to a few barns and outbuildings.

Hail in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 18:10:00 to 07-JAN-08 18:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: BROOKLINE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Quarter sized hail fell hard enough to temporarily stop traffic on interstate 44.

Hail in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 18:15:00 to 07-JAN-08 18:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPRINGFIELD
Magnitude: 1.25 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail fell at West Bypass near Divison street.

Hail in BARRY, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 18:30:00 to 07-JAN-08 18:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: PURDY
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 18:21:00 to 07-JAN-08 18:21:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPRINGFIELD
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Golf ball hail fell at Greenlawn North and Harry Truman school.

Hail in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 18:30:00 to 07-JAN-08 18:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPRINGFIELD
Magnitude: 3.00 
Reported by: Public

Hail in BARRY, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 18:30:00 to 07-JAN-08 18:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: PURDY
Magnitude: 0.88 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 18:30:00 to 07-JAN-08 18:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPRINGFIELD
Magnitude: 3.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in BARRY, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 18:34:00 to 07-JAN-08 18:34:00 (CST-6)
Location: PURDY
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in CHRISTIAN, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 18:48:00 to 07-JAN-08 18:48:00 (CST-6)
Location: BILLINGS
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Tornado in TEXAS, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:47:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:53:00 (CST-6)
Location: FOWLER
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This is an extension of the Wright County tornado.  A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-1 tornado tracked across rural areas of southwest Texas County.  A few barns and outbuildings sustained damage from this tornado.

Tornado in OREGON, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 04:59:00 to 08-JAN-08 05:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ALTON
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that a weak EF-0 tornado damaged a few outbuildings south of Alton.  A motorcycle shop sustained the most damage as a barn that sheltered several new motorcycles was destroyed.

Hail in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 19:08:00 to 07-JAN-08 19:08:00 (CST-6)
Location: REPUBLIC
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: Public

Hail in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 19:14:00 to 07-JAN-08 19:14:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPRINGFIELD
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Penny sized hail reported at the intersection of West Bypass and Grand Avenue.

Hail in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 19:55:00 to 07-JAN-08 19:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: REPUBLIC
Magnitude: 2.75 
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Baseball sized hail was reported at mile marker 61 on Interstate 44.

Hail in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 19:55:00 to 07-JAN-08 19:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: ELWOOD
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 300.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

Windows were broken and shingles were blown off roofs in the Meadows Subdivision.

Hail in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 18:18:00 to 07-JAN-08 18:18:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPRINGFIELD
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail fell at the intersection of Kerney Sreet and Kansas Expressway.

Tornado in SHANNON, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 04:27:00 to 08-JAN-08 04:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: ALLEY SPG
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-1 tornado tracked across forested sections of central Shannon County.  Numerous trees were snapped and uprooted from this tornado.

Tornado in SHANNON, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 04:38:00 to 08-JAN-08 04:47:00 (CST-6)
Location: MUNSETT
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-1 tornado impacted forested areas of eastern Shannon County.  Two barns and a garage were destroyed while numerous trees were snapped or uprooted.

Tornado in PULASKI, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 20:06:00 to 07-JAN-08 20:09:00 (CST-6)
Location: HOOKER
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 1.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-3 tornado tracked across a rural section of northeast Pulaski County.  A few homes and several outbuildings were destroyed.  The tornado then tracked into northeast Phelps County.

Hail in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 20:10:00 to 07-JAN-08 20:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: NICHOLS
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Hail in WEBSTER, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 20:34:00 to 07-JAN-08 20:34:00 (CST-6)
Location: ELKLAND
Magnitude: 2.75 
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Baseball sized hail fell on the Dallas/Webster county line.

Hail in WEBSTER, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 20:26:00 to 07-JAN-08 20:26:00 (CST-6)
Location: ELKLAND
Magnitude: 0.88 
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Nickel sized hail fell northwest of the city of Elkland.

Hail in PULASKI, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 21:35:00 to 07-JAN-08 21:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: RICHLAND MUNI ARPT
Magnitude: 3.00 
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A picture obtained via the media from the public showed a large hail stone side by side with a cell phone. The average diameter of the hail stone was three inches.

Tornado in PHELPS, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 20:09:00 to 07-JAN-08 20:19:00 (CST-6)
Location: POWELLVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 110.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-3 tornado tracked into northeast Phelps County.  The tornado impacted areas on the northern edge of Jerome destroying one home and several oubuildings.

Tornado in PHELPS, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 21:40:00 to 07-JAN-08 21:42:00 (CST-6)
Location: DOOLITTLE
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-1 tornado tracked across extreme northern Phelps County, eventually tracking into southeast Maries County. One home sustained roof damage.  Several trees were snapped and uprooted from this tornado prior to moving into southeast Phelps County.

Hail in PULASKI, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 21:41:00 to 07-JAN-08 21:41:00 (CST-6)
Location: RICHLAND MUNI ARPT
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Golf ball sized hail fell in the town of Richland.

Hail in WRIGHT, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 22:38:00 to 07-JAN-08 22:38:00 (CST-6)
Location: LORING
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Tornado in CHRISTIAN, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 19:37:00 to 07-JAN-08 19:38:00 (CST-6)
Location: BILLINGS
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado is a continuation from the Lawrence County tornado.  A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-0 tornado crossed into Christian County.  The tornado was on the ground for just a few yards after crossing the county line.

Tornado in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 17:57:00 to 07-JAN-08 18:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: REPUBLIC
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 2.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-2 tornado impacted northern sections of Republic.  Numerous buildings and houses sustained damage.  Nearly 15 houses were severly damaged or destroyed.  The E3 elementary school in Republic experienced a direct hit causing major damage to the roof, which led to water damage on the west wing of the school.  The contracter responsible for rebuilding the roof stated that in order for this type of damage to occur, wind speeds were in excess of 100 mph.

Tornado in LACLEDE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 19:01:00 to 07-JAN-08 19:33:00 (CST-6)
Location: CONWAY
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 8.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This is an extension of the Webster County tornado.  A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-3 tornado tracked across Laclede County.  Numerous homes and outbuildings south of Lebanon were destroyed while 12 were injured.

Tornado in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 19:32:00 to 07-JAN-08 19:42:00 (CST-6)
Location: MULROY
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 1.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-2 tornado tracked across rural areas of east central Greene County south of Strafford.  Several homes and outbuildings sustained damage prior to the tornado tracking into Webster County.

Tornado in WEBSTER, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 19:42:00 to 07-JAN-08 19:56:00 (CST-6)
Location: HOLMAN
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 1.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This is an extension of the Greene County tornado.  A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-2 tornado tracked across rural west central Webster County and along the Interstate 44 corridor.  The tornado lifted just prior to moving into Marshfield near York Road.  Damage occurred to several homes and outbuildings.

Tornado in MARIES, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 22:43:00 to 07-JAN-08 22:58:00 (CST-6)
Location: VETO
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 5.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado is an extension of the Phelps County tornado.  A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-1 tornado tracked into southeast Maries County.  The tornado tracked directly over the Vichy Airport where it damaged four airplanes.  Approximately 40 structures were damaged including a destroyed mobile home northeast of Vichy. As the storm moved across the airfield, the Vichy ASOS, located at the Rolla/Vichy airport, measured an 83 knot gust and a rapid change in wind direction.

Hail in BENTON, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 14:45:00 to 07-JAN-08 14:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: TACKNER
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Hail was observed along the Benton and Henry county border.

Hail in MCDONALD, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 16:23:00 to 07-JAN-08 16:23:00 (CST-6)
Location: NOEL
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Wind driven golf ball sized hail fell damaging wind shields and homes in Noel and Southwest City.

Tornado in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 02:37:00 to 08-JAN-08 02:38:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPRINGFIELD
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-1 tornado touched down on a warehouse owned by Harry Cooper Supply.  This warehouse is located on Chestnut and Sherman and was completely destroyed.  The tornado continued to track along Chestnut Expressway causing minor damage to several homes.  The tornado lifted just north of the intersection of Glenstone and Chestnut Expressway, where it destroyed the Krispy Kream donut sign.

Tornado in CHRISTIAN, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 02:50:00 to 08-JAN-08 02:56:00 (CST-6)
Location: MONTAGUE
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 250.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-1 tornado impacted the community of Highlandville.  Numerous structures sustained damage including a church at the intersection of Highway 160 and Kentling Road.  The tornado continued eastward and crossed Highway 65 approximately one half of a mile south of the Highlandville exit.  Several outbuildings and highway advertisement signs sustained damage in this area.

Hail in MCDONALD, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 16:28:00 to 07-JAN-08 16:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: PINEVILLE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Hail in MCDONALD, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 16:30:00 to 07-JAN-08 16:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: NOEL
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Quarter sized hail covered the ground.

Hail in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 18:05:00 to 07-JAN-08 18:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: NICHOLS
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: NWS Employee

Quarter sized hail fell at the National Weather Service office.

Tornado in MCDONALD, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 20:15:00 to 07-JAN-08 20:24:00 (CST-6)
Location: MOUNTAIN
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 300.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-1 tornado touched down in rural southeast McDonald County, and tracked northeast into rural southwest Barry County. Numerous trees and a few structures were heavily damaged or destroyed.

Tornado in BARRY, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 20:24:00 to 07-JAN-08 20:29:00 (CST-6)
Location: MAYFLOWER
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado is an extension of the McDonald County tornado.  A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-1 tornado tracked into rural southwest Barry County.  After crossing the McDonald and Barry countyline, the tornado mainly tracked over a forested area.  Several trees were heavily damaged while no structures were effected.

Tornado in WEBSTER, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 20:42:00 to 07-JAN-08 20:46:00 (CST-6)
Location: BEACH
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-1 tornado touched down in rural northwest Webster County and tracked into southern Dallas County.  The tornado damaged one home and several outbuildings.

Tornado in BARRY, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 02:22:00 to 08-JAN-08 02:26:00 (CST-6)
Location: WAYNE
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 300.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-1 tornado developed along a squall line, and tracked across rural areas south of Cassville.  A few houses and outbuildings sustained damage.  Numerous trees were also damaged from this tornado.

Tornado in BARRY, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 17:06:00 to 07-JAN-08 17:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: PIONEER
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-2 tornado tracked across rural areas between the communities of Monett and Purdy.  The tornado intersected Highway 37 just south of its intersection with Highway BB.  At this location, the tornado tore through a small mobile home park, destroying eight mobile homes. Additional houses and farm outbuildings were damaged along this tornado track.

Tornado in BARRY, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 02:31:00 to 08-JAN-08 02:36:00 (CST-6)
Location: WHEELERVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-1 tornado developed along a squall line and tracked across rural sections of Barry and Stone counties.  In Barry County, damage mainly consisted of trees.

Tornado in DALLAS, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 20:46:00 to 07-JAN-08 20:48:00 (CST-6)
Location: HANDLEY
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado is an extension of the Webster County tornado.  A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-1 tornado tracked into southern Dallas County.  Only trees were damaged from this tornado.

Tornado in WEBSTER, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 21:57:00 to 07-JAN-08 22:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: ZENAR
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 8.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A weak tornado caused intermittent damage across rural sections of southern Webster County.  Minor damage to a few outbuildings and trees resulted from this tornado.

Tornado in LACLEDE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 21:00:00 to 07-JAN-08 21:08:00 (CST-6)
Location: PHILLIPSBURG
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-2 tornado tracked across rural southwest Laclede County.  The tornado was tracking directly toward Lebanon, but lifted approximately two miles out of town.  One home and numerous outbuildings were destroyed.

Hail in WEBSTER, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 22:35:00 to 07-JAN-08 22:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: DUNCAN
Magnitude: 1.25 
Reported by: Public

Half dollar size hail along with a wall cloud was observed five miles west of the town of Odin.

Hail in PULASKI, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:24:00 to 07-JAN-08 23:24:00 (CST-6)
Location: BLOODLAND
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Penny sized hail was reported at the south gate of Fort Leonard Wood.

Tornado in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 18:29:00 to 07-JAN-08 18:37:00 (CST-6)
Location: MULROY
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 1.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-3 tornado tracked across rural east central Greene County causing extensive damage to homes and outbuildings north of Strafford.  An 84 year old female was killed when her wood constructed home was destroyed by the tornado.  The tornado continued into Webster County.

Tornado in WEBSTER, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 18:35:00 to 07-JAN-08 19:01:00 (CST-6)
Location: CADDO
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 10.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado is an extension of the Greene County tornado.  A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-3 tornado tracked across northern Webster County and into southern Laclede County.  Numerous homes and outbuildings were destroyed.  Six injuries and two fatalities occurred in rural areas north of Marshfield.

Thunderstorm Wind in TEXAS, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 04:10:00 to 08-JAN-08 04:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: SUMMERSVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Severe winds associated with a bowing segment of a squall line produced widespread wind damage in a six mile swath from 3 miles west and southwest of Summersville to areas south of Summersville. Roof damage to one home and damage to a trailer home was reported.

Hail in LAWRENCE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 18:30:00 to 07-JAN-08 18:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: AURORA
Magnitude: 5.00 
Reported by: Public

Thunderstorm Wind in SHANNON, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 04:20:00 to 08-JAN-08 04:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: BLUE SPGS
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey determined that a barn was destroyed by straight line winds south of Summersville.

Thunderstorm Wind in SHANNON, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 04:34:00 to 08-JAN-08 04:34:00 (CST-6)
Location: ALLEY SPG
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey determined that significant tree damage in the Alley Spring area was due to intense straight line winds.

Thunderstorm Wind in SHANNON, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 05:00:00 to 08-JAN-08 05:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: EMINENCE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A few trees were reported down in the Eminence area.

Tornado in WEBSTER, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:16:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: BRACKEN
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-0 tornado touched down along an overnight squall line.  Weak tree and structure damage ocurred over a seven mile stretch of rural Webster County.

Hail in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 20:24:00 to 07-JAN-08 20:24:00 (CST-6)
Location: FAIR GROVE
Magnitude: 2.75 
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Baseball sized hail fell in Fair Grove.

Hail in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 18:23:00 to 07-JAN-08 18:23:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPRINGFIELD
Magnitude: 2.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Baseball sized hail fell at the intersection of Glenstone and Highway I.

Tornado in WEBSTER, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:18:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:22:00 (CST-6)
Location: NIANGUA
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 750.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Wether Service storm survey revealed that an EF-2 tornado touched down over rural areas of eastern Webster County.  Several homes and outbuildings were destroyed from this tornado.

Tornado in CHRISTIAN, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 21:36:00 to 07-JAN-08 21:37:00 (CST-6)
Location: RIVERDALE
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 200.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-1 tornado tracked across a rural section of west central Christian County.  This tornado damaged numerous homes while destroying two mobile homes.  One injury resulted from this tornado as one women was hit by debris as the tornado destroyed her mobile home.

Thunderstorm Wind in LACLEDE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:00:00 to 07-JAN-08 23:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: DRYNOB
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Down burst winds associated with a severe thunderstorm caused significant damage to one home and downed several trees.

Flash Flood in NEWTON, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:00:00 to 08-JAN-08 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CENTER PT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Training tornadic supercell thunderstorms across the headwater basin of Shoal Creek caused it to flood across Newton County.

Thunderstorm Wind in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 02:40:00 to 08-JAN-08 02:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: REPUBLIC
Magnitude: 58.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Severe winds associated with a squall line produced widespread minor damage across the city including downed limbs and windows blown out.

Thunderstorm Wind in STONE, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:19:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:19:00 (CST-6)
Location: CRANE
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High winds associated with a squall line damaged one home.

Flash Flood in STONE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:00:00 to 08-JAN-08 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CRANE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Training thunderstorms over the northern one third of Stone County caused significant flash flooding.  Several roads and low water crossings were washed away.  Rainfall measurements indicated that 2.5 inches to 4.5 inches of rain occurred in northern Stone County.

Flash Flood in CHRISTIAN, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:24:00 to 08-JAN-08 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: BILLINGS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Training thunderstorms caused significant flash flooding across countless locations in Christian County.  Widespread rainfall amounts up to four inches occurred over the county within a six hour period.  Numerous roads and low water crossings were washed out.  Several roads in the city of Ozark and Nixa also experienced flash flooding.

Thunderstorm Wind in OZARK, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:35:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: THORNFIELD
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Severe winds associated with a line of thunderstorms removed shingles from the roof of a home and a barn. Several large cedar trees were uprooted with damage to other trees occurring as well.

Thunderstorm Wind in TEXAS, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:59:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: SOLO
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

High winds from a dissipating supercell downed several large trees.

Thunderstorm Wind in CHRISTIAN, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 02:55:00 to 08-JAN-08 02:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPOKANE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 150.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Shingles were blown off of a roof by a thunderstorm wind gust.

Hail in WRIGHT, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 01:29:00 to 08-JAN-08 01:29:00 (CST-6)
Location: LORING
Magnitude: 0.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Hail in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 02:35:00 to 08-JAN-08 02:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: REPUBLIC
Magnitude: 0.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 02:15:00 to 08-JAN-08 02:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: EBENEZER
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Thunderstorm Wind in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 19:55:00 to 07-JAN-08 19:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: STRAFFORD
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

High straight line winds associated with a forward flank down draft downed many power lines near the intersection of farm roads 112 and 125.

Thunderstorm Wind in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 02:40:00 to 08-JAN-08 02:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: BATTLEFIELD
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High winds associated with a rear flank downdraft downed power lines across Blue Springs Road. Minor siding and roof damage was also reported to homes just north of the city hall.

Thunderstorm Wind in BARRY, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 02:40:00 to 08-JAN-08 02:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: SHELL KNOB
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Roof damage occurred to two commercial buildings in the town of Shell Knob. A wall was also blown out of a metal barn just north of Shell Knob.

Thunderstorm Wind in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 02:50:00 to 08-JAN-08 02:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: NICHOLS
Magnitude: 57.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

The Automated Surface Observing System at the Springfield/Branson National airport recorded an official wind measurement of 66 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in TEXAS, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 04:00:00 to 08-JAN-08 04:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CABOOL
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Thunderstorm winds toppled several trees and downed large limbs. Shingles  were also blown off of several roofs and there was minor damage reported to one barn.

Thunderstorm Wind in DOUGLAS, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:28:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: MT ZION
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Reported by: Amateur Radio

An estimated 70 mph thunderstorm wind gust was reported in Mount Zion.

Thunderstorm Wind in WEBSTER, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 22:00:00 to 07-JAN-08 22:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROGERSVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Amateur Radio

A thunderstorm wind gust was estimated at 60 mph in Rogersville.

Flash Flood in MCDONALD, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:00:00 to 08-JAN-08 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SOUTH WEST CITY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Training supercell thunderstorms caused major flash flooding in countless locations of McDonald County.  Numerous roads and low water crossings were washed away.  A picket fence two miles south of Noel along Higwhay 59 was completely washed away and destroyed.

Flash Flood in BARRY, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:01:00 to 08-JAN-08 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SELIGMAN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Training supercells caused major flash flooding in countless locations across the county.  Numerous roads and low water crossings were washed away.  A few of the specific locations that received this flooding include a section of Farm Road 1095 just south of its intersection with Highway BB along the Barry and Lawrence county line, a section of Farm Road 1100 just south of its intersection with Highway C, a section of Farm Road 1160 just south of its intersection with 2240, the intersection of Farm Road 1150 and Farm Road 2010, and a section of Highway 97 three miles south of Pierce City.  A water rescue was performed one mile northeast of Wheaton.  Over five inches of rain was measured within a 6 hour time frame.

Thunderstorm Wind in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 19:03:00 to 07-JAN-08 19:03:00 (CST-6)
Location: REPUBLIC
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Severe straight line winds moved a mobile home and removed the roof from a home which had been damaged from storms an hour earlier.

Thunderstorm Wind in WRIGHT, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 22:40:00 to 07-JAN-08 22:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: FUSON
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

A large tree was reported downed six miles north of Hartville, by winds associated with a severe thunderstorm.

Flash Flood in WEBSTER, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:00:00 to 08-JAN-08 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ELKLAND
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Training tornadic supercells caused major flash flooding at countless locations in Webster County.  Numerous roads and low water crossings were washed away.  Rainfall measurements ranged from 1.5 to 3.5 inches within a six hour time frame.  A few locations that experienced this flooding include the intersection of Highway A and Highway FF. Several sections of Highway 60 between Rogersville and Diggins also experienced flooding.

Flash Flood in LACLEDE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:00:00 to 08-JAN-08 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: IRA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Training tornadic supercells caused widespread areas of flash flooding across Laclede County.  Numerous roads and low water crossings were washed away.  A few specific locations that received this flooding include areas along Brush Creek from Highway PP to County Road J638, a section of Highway J, a low water crossing two miles north of Sleeper, and a section of Highway 32.

Flash Flood in WRIGHT, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:00:00 to 08-JAN-08 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: GROVESPRING
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Training severe thunderstorms caused several areas of Wright County to experience flash flooding.  Severel roads and low water crossing were washed away, as one to four inches of rain was measured in a six hour period.  A couple of specific locations that were flooded include city streets in Hartville and the intersection of Highway 5 and Highway 38.

Hail in PHELPS, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:51:00 to 07-JAN-08 23:51:00 (CST-6)
Location: SUGARTREE
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Penny sized hail fell at the 176 mile marker of Interstate 44.

Thunderstorm Wind in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 19:21:00 to 07-JAN-08 19:21:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPRINGFIELD
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A spotter reported 70 mph winds and quarter size hail with hail size increasing at the time of the report.

Hail in DENT, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:56:00 to 07-JAN-08 23:56:00 (CST-6)
Location: LECOMA
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Penny sized hail fell in the community of Pilot Knob along Highway 63.

Thunderstorm Wind in POLK, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 21:09:00 to 07-JAN-08 21:09:00 (CST-6)
Location: PLEASANT HOPE
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported a 70 mph wind gust with some rotation in the clouds.

Flash Flood in MARIES, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:00:00 to 08-JAN-08 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: BELLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Excessive rainfall caused flash flooding in several areas of Maries County.  A couple of specific locations along Highway FF that were impacted include low water crossings at Spring Creek and Mill Creek.

Flash Flood in MILLER, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:00:00 to 08-JAN-08 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: HOECKER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Excessive rainfall caused several areas of Miller County to experience flash flooding.

Flash Flood in PULASKI, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:00:00 to 08-JAN-08 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: HELM
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Excessive rainfall caused Jones Creek to flood areas near the intersection of Highway O and Creek Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in VERNON, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 01:40:00 to 08-JAN-08 01:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: DEDERICK
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

Straight line winds associated with a severe thunderstorm caused significant damage to one home. Damage included the loss of an attached porch.

Thunderstorm Wind in WRIGHT, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:48:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:48:00 (CST-6)
Location: HARTVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Winds estimated at 60 mph were reported with debris strewn about.

Thunderstorm Wind in DOUGLAS, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:35:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: AVA
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Reported by: Amateur Radio

A 70 mph thunderstorm wind gust on the south edge of Ava deposited debris on the portions of Highway 5.

Hail in DOUGLAS, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 01:27:00 to 08-JAN-08 01:27:00 (CST-6)
Location: DOGWOOD
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Flash Flood in LAWRENCE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:30:00 to 08-JAN-08 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: GREYS PT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Training thunderstorms caused significant flooding over countless locations in Lawrence County.  Numerous roads and low water crossings were washed away.  A few specific locations that experienced this flooding include a low water crossing on Farm Road 2170 approximately one quarter of a mile east of its intersection with Highway K, a section of Farm Road 1200 near its intersection with 2165.  An observer near the intersection of Farm Road 1200 and Farm Road 2165 measured over five inches of rain.

Flash Flood in POLK, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:00:00 to 08-JAN-08 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: HUMANSVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Training severe storms over the southeastern half of Polk County caused significant flash flooding.  Several low water crossings and roads were washed away as rainfall measurements ranged from 1.5 to 3 inches.  A few specific locations that experienced flooding include sections of county roads S170, E530, and S237.  The Pomme De Terre River flooded near the city of Pleasant Hope.

Flash Flood in PHELPS, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:00:00 to 08-JAN-08 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SUGARTREE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Excessive rainfall caused numerous low water crossings to experience flash flooding west of Rolla.

Thunderstorm Wind in BARRY, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 02:15:00 to 08-JAN-08 02:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: WASHBURN
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Areas near and just north of Washburn sustained significant wind damage to large trees in a heavily forested area.

Thunderstorm Wind in BARRY, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 02:45:00 to 08-JAN-08 02:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: CASSVILLE
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Straight line winds associated with a severe thunderstorm snapped three cedar trees estimated to be 18 inches in diameter at the trunk.

Thunderstorm Wind in CHRISTIAN, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 02:46:00 to 08-JAN-08 02:46:00 (CST-6)
Location: TERRELL
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Winds associated with a severe thunderstorm downed a large tree onto a house. An outbuilding was also blown over on north Old Mill road south of the town of Battlefield.

Flash Flood in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:00:00 to 08-JAN-08 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: PHENIX
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Training thunderstorms caused countless locations in Greene County to experience flash flooding.  Rainfall measurements indicated that two to four inches of rain fell county wide.  A few specific locations that flooded include a section of Highway 125 three miles south of Strafford, the intersection of Scenic Street and Whiteside Street in Springfield, the west bound lane of Highway 60 in between Springfield and Republic, a section of Highway CC two miles east of Highway 13, and a section of Division Street a couple of blocks east of its intersection with West Bypass in Springfield.

Thunderstorm Wind in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:00:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPRINGFIELD
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Debris from associated thunderstorm winds was reported at the intersection of Republic Road and Golden.

Thunderstorm Wind in TANEY, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:11:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:11:00 (CST-6)
Location: FORSYTH
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Reported by: Trained Spotter

An estimated 80 mph wind gust downed large tree limbs.

Thunderstorm Wind in CHRISTIAN, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:06:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:06:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPARTA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Thunderstorm Wind in WEBSTER, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:23:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:23:00 (CST-6)
Location: NIANGUA JCT
Magnitude: 50.00 MG
Reported by: Public

A 58 mph wind gust was measured by a home weather station.

Thunderstorm Wind in BARRY, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 21:02:00 to 07-JAN-08 21:02:00 (CST-6)
Location: WHEELERVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Thunderstorm winds downed large trees on Highway 248 at the Barry and Stone county line.

Thunderstorm Wind in WRIGHT, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:07:00 to 07-JAN-08 23:07:00 (CST-6)
Location: ODIN
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

A severe thunderstorm produced straight line winds which downed several trees 7 miles west of Hartville.

Thunderstorm Wind in JASPER, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 01:33:00 to 08-JAN-08 01:33:00 (CST-6)
Location: JOPLIN
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Straight line winds associated with a severe thunderstorm rolled 3 small trailers at a mobile home park on to their sides.

Thunderstorm Wind in JASPER, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 01:33:00 to 08-JAN-08 01:33:00 (CST-6)
Location: DUQUESNE
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Straight line winds associated with a severe thunderstorm destroyed a small barn.

Thunderstorm Wind in LACLEDE, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:17:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:17:00 (CST-6)
Location: DOVE
Magnitude: 78.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that 90 mph straight line winds associated with a severe thunderstorm raked across the community of Dove. Damage occurred to a farm house and surrounding trees.

Thunderstorm Wind in STONE, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:19:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:19:00 (CST-6)
Location: KIMBERLING CITY
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A severe thunderstorm produced straight line winds which downed several trees reported across the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in WEBSTER, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:19:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:19:00 (CST-6)
Location: SEYMOUR OWEN FLD ARP
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A large barn was destroyed by straight line winds associated with a severe thunderstorm. The barn was located along Highway V northeast of Seymour.

Thunderstorm Wind in CHRISTIAN, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 02:53:00 to 08-JAN-08 02:53:00 (CST-6)
Location: NIXA
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Thunderstorm Wind in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 02:54:00 to 08-JAN-08 02:54:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPRINGFIELD
Magnitude: 87.00 EG
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Winds estimated at near 100 mph winds were reported southwest of the intersection of Republic and Golden roads.

Thunderstorm Wind in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 02:54:00 to 08-JAN-08 02:54:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPRINGFIELD
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Reported by: Law Enforcement

An estimated thunderstorm gust of 80 mph was reported at the intersection of National and St. Louis streets in Springfield.

Thunderstorm Wind in WRIGHT, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:27:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:27:00 (CST-6)
Location: ODIN
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey determined that straight line winds associated with a severe thunderstorm caused significant tree damage.

Thunderstorm Wind in WRIGHT, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:32:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:32:00 (CST-6)
Location: FUSON
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey determined that straight line winds associated with a severe thunderstorm damaged or uprooted several trees north of the city of Hartville.

Thunderstorm Wind in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 18:30:00 to 07-JAN-08 18:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: EBENEZER
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Severe thunderstorm winds associated with the forward flank downdraft of the storm that produced a tornado in Strafford, damaged several signs and billboards. Some light tree damage was also occurred.

Tornado in BARRY, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 21:12:00 to 07-JAN-08 21:13:00 (CST-6)
Location: MAYFLOWER
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-0 tornado briefly touched down.  Only a few trees were damaged from the tornado.

Tornado in ST. CLAIR, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 14:22:00 to 07-JAN-08 14:23:00 (CST-6)
Location: LOWRY CITY
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Skywarn storm spotters observed a brief tornado touch down in rural St. Clair County.  This weak tornado damaged a few trees southwest of Lowry City.

Tornado in MCDONALD, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 17:50:00 to 07-JAN-08 17:51:00 (CST-6)
Location: PINEVILLE EDWARDS AR
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-0 tornado briefly touched down in a wooded area in central McDonald County.  A few trees experienced minor damage from the tornado.

Tornado in HOWELL, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 04:20:00 to 08-JAN-08 04:21:00 (CST-6)
Location: POTTERSVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that a weak EF-0 tornado briefly touched down in a rural area in western Howell County.  Two outbuildings were damaged and a mobile home sustained minor damage.

Tornado in BENTON, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 14:54:00 to 07-JAN-08 14:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: LINCOLN
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

A Benton County newspaper reported that a tornado briefly touched down.  The description and pictures from the article indicated that a pole barn had been heavily damaged.

Flash Flood in DALLAS, MISSOURI
From 07-JAN-08 23:00:00 to 08-JAN-08 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: URBANA ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Training severe thunderstorms caused widespread flash flooding in Dallas County.  Numerous low water crossings and low lying roads became impassable to motorists.

Tornado in TANEY, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 03:01:00 to 08-JAN-08 03:03:00 (CST-6)
Location: BRANSON MEM ARPT
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey revealed that an EF-0 tornado briefly touched down at the Thousand Hills Golf Resort.  Three condomeniums sustained minor damage.  The tornado also caused damage at a mobile home park in Hollister.

Thunderstorm Wind in SHANNON, MISSOURI
From 08-JAN-08 04:24:00 to 08-JAN-08 04:24:00 (CST-6)
Location: ANGELINE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Numerous trees were reported down along Highway 106 for a six to eight mile stretch near Highway 106 between Summersville and Alley Spring.