A strong system moved across the Midwest and brought a round of severe storms to the Ozarks late on the 28th and early on the 29th of February. A squall line with embedded bows and super cellular type storms produced large hail and very strong damaging winds along with several deadly and destructive tornadoes.

Tornado in DALLAS, MISSOURI
From 28-FEB-12 23:59:00 to 29-FEB-12 00:12:00 (CST-6)
Location: FOOSE
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 650.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This is a continuation of the EF-2 rated tornado that touched down in Polk County at 23:58 and moved into Dallas County from one mile north northwest of Foose to two miles east of Buffalo. In Dallas County, two frame home and six mobile homes were damaged or destroyed, three turkey barns were damaged along Wildlife Road and numerous power poles and trees were downed.  One fatality occurred in a mobile home.

Tornado in LACLEDE, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 00:18:00 to 29-FEB-12 00:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: PHILLIPSBURG
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 750.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

An EF-1 tornado tracked from 2 miles northwest of Philipsburg to 1 mile southeast of Lebanon. Several frame homes had roof damaged, one mobile home was destroyed, damage occurred to the roof of the Tracker Marine Boat Plant, the Lowe's Garden Center was severely damaged and numerous trees were uprooted. Several other businesses were damaged.

Tornado in POLK, MISSOURI
From 28-FEB-12 23:38:00 to 28-FEB-12 23:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: KNOX
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This is a continuation of the EF-1 rated tornado that touched down in eastern Dade County at 23:26 and continued into Polk County west of Aldrich before lifting two miles southeast of Aldrich.  The tornado damaged or destroyed a total of 10 barns and outbuildings along with causing roof damage to two homes. Most of this damage was in Dade County. The tornado crossed both the Big Sac and Little Sac arms of the Stockton Lake.

Tornado in DADE, MISSOURI
From 28-FEB-12 23:26:00 to 28-FEB-12 23:38:00 (CST-6)
Location: GREENFIELD
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 200.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

An EF-1 rated tornado with a maximum wind speed of 90 to 100 mph tracked across eastern Dade County and continued into Polk County from three miles north northwest of Greenfield to two miles east southeast of Aldrich.  The tornado damaged or destroyed a total of 10 barns and outbuildings along with causing roof damage to two homes as it tracked from central Dade County into southwestern Polk County.  The tornado crossed both the Big Sac and Little Sac arms of the Stockton Lake.

Thunderstorm Wind in MCDONALD, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 00:15:00 to 29-FEB-12 00:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: PINEVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

The McDonald County newspaper reported large limbs fell down on power lines which caused power outages.

Tornado in BARRY, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 00:42:00 to 29-FEB-12 00:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: EXETER
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 575.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

An EF-2 rated tornado with a maximum wind speed of 120 mph tracked across northwestern portions of the city of Cassville. The tornado destroyed four mobile homes and one frame home. Another frame home was significantly damaged. This tornado also flipped over a tractor trailer as it crossed Highway 37. The tornado killed one person in a mobile home.  There were four other injuries.

Tornado in DENT, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 01:10:00 to 29-FEB-12 01:19:00 (CST-6)
Location: ANUTT
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This is a continuation of the EF1 rated tornado that touched down in Phelps County at 01:06 CST.  The tornado crossed into northwest Dent County just west of the Richard F. Clement Memorial State Forest and downed trees before moving back into Phelps County before lifting to the northeast of Seaton, north of Highway YY.

Tornado in STONE, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 01:13:00 to 29-FEB-12 01:19:00 (CST-6)
Location: KIMBERLING CITY
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 5.50M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

An EF-2 tornado tracked from near Kimberling City near Joe Bald Road to 1.5 miles west of Branson where it crossed the county line into Taney County. Estimated maximum wind speeds were from 120 to 130 mph. Maximum path width was 400 yards. Path in Stone County was nearly eight miles and the overall length was approximately 22 miles. Damage was reported to 30 homes in Kimberling City, as well as the Joe Bald, Indian Point, Compton Ridge and Gobbler's Mountain areas. Significant damage occurred to the Kimberling Inn. At the Port of Kimberling Marina, four large boat docks were damage or destroyed and nearly 150 boats were damaged though only one was sunk. The tornado track continued into Taney County and struck Branson, Missouri.

Tornado in PHELPS, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 01:19:00 to 29-FEB-12 01:22:00 (CST-6)
Location: SEATON
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This is a continuation of the EF-1 rated tornado that touched down in Phelps County at 01:06 CST, crossed into northwest Dent County, then back into Phelps County before lifting to the northeast of Seaton north of YY. The overall track of the tornado was 19 miles with damage limited to downed trees.

Thunderstorm Wind in WRIGHT, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 01:35:00 to 29-FEB-12 01:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: MOUNTAIN GROVE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

The Mountain Grove Police Department reported power lines down.

Tornado in BARTON, MISSOURI
From 28-FEB-12 22:52:00 to 28-FEB-12 23:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: NASHVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 250.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

An EF-1 rated tornado with a maximum wind speed of 85 to 90 mph tracked 16 miles from 5 miles south southeast of Mindenmines to one mile northwest of Lamar crossing Highway 71. The tornado damaged five barns along with uprooting trees and damaging the roof of a farm house and garage. The path width was 200 yards.

Tornado in PHELPS, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 01:06:00 to 29-FEB-12 01:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: EDGAR SPGS
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

An EF-1 rated tornado with a maximum wind speed of 90 to 95 mph tracked four miles from just northwest of Edgar Springs to the northeast, crossed into northwest Dent County just west of the Richard F. Clement Memorial State Forest and Wildlife Area, then crossed back into Phelps County before lifting to the northeast of Seaton north of YY. The overall track of the tornado was 19 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind in HOWELL, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 02:39:00 to 29-FEB-12 02:39:00 (CST-6)
Location: WEST PLAINS
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported a power pole down.

Thunderstorm Wind in CEDAR, MISSOURI
From 28-FEB-12 11:26:00 to 28-FEB-12 11:26:00 (CST-6)
Location: STOCKTON RESV SOUTH
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Three airport hangers were damaged in addition to damage to power lines.

Thunderstorm Wind in POLK, MISSOURI
From 28-FEB-12 23:50:00 to 28-FEB-12 23:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: MORRISVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A barn was destroyed along Highway 215 on the east side of Morrisville. A house sustained partial roof damage and debris was blown into trees.

Thunderstorm Wind in STONE, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 01:20:00 to 29-FEB-12 01:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: TABLE ROCK RES
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported multiple large limbs blown down.

Tornado in LACLEDE, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 00:22:00 to 29-FEB-12 00:26:00 (CST-6)
Location: BENNETT SPGS
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A brief EF1 tornado touchdown damaged 20 recreational vehicles, a pole barn and numerous trees. An antique shop and two homes also received minor roof damage.

Tornado in POLK, MISSOURI
From 28-FEB-12 23:58:00 to 28-FEB-12 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: SCHOFIELD
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS survey indicated that an EF-1 tornado touched down near the Polk and Dallas county line near the intersection of Highway EE and South 245th Road. Additional details of the track and damage will be in the Dallas County portion of this report as only tree damage occurred for the Polk County portion of the tornado track.

Hail in DADE, MISSOURI
From 28-FEB-12 23:30:00 to 28-FEB-12 23:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: GREENFIELD
Magnitude: 0.88 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in LACLEDE, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 00:28:00 to 29-FEB-12 00:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: LEBANON
Magnitude: 1.25 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Hail in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 00:30:00 to 29-FEB-12 00:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: REPUBLIC
Magnitude: 0.88 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in CHRISTIAN, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 00:55:00 to 29-FEB-12 00:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: NIXA
Magnitude: 0.88 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in BARTON, MISSOURI
From 28-FEB-12 23:09:00 to 28-FEB-12 23:09:00 (CST-6)
Location: LAMAR MUNI ARPT
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Hail in LACLEDE, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 00:30:00 to 29-FEB-12 00:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: LEBANON
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Thunderstorm Wind in LAWRENCE, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 00:24:00 to 29-FEB-12 00:24:00 (CST-6)
Location: AURORA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public estimated wind gusts up to 60 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in WEBSTER, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 00:59:00 to 29-FEB-12 00:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: FORDLAND
Magnitude: 65.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

An amateur radio operator estimated wind gusts up to 75 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in CHRISTIAN, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 00:48:00 to 29-FEB-12 00:48:00 (CST-6)
Location: NIXA
Magnitude: 53.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public measured wind gusts at 53 knots.

Thunderstorm Wind in CHRISTIAN, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 00:55:00 to 29-FEB-12 00:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: OZARK
Magnitude: 52.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

A ham radio operator reported a 60 mph wind gust.

Thunderstorm Wind in TEXAS, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 01:45:00 to 29-FEB-12 01:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: HOUSTON
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

An amateur ham radio operator estimated 60 to 70 mph wind gusts and nickel size hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in DOUGLAS, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 01:45:00 to 29-FEB-12 01:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: AVA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

An amateur ham radio operator estimated 60 mph wind gusts.

Thunderstorm Wind in CHRISTIAN, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 00:50:00 to 29-FEB-12 00:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: NIXA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported a large tree blown down at the intersection of Nicholas and McKenzie Way.

Hail in HOWELL, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 02:30:00 to 29-FEB-12 02:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: OLDEN
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Hail in HOWELL, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 02:40:00 to 29-FEB-12 02:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: MOUNTAIN VIEW ARPT
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Hail in POLK, MISSOURI
From 28-FEB-12 11:48:00 to 28-FEB-12 11:48:00 (CST-6)
Location: SLAGLE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail fell at the Fairgrounds.

Thunderstorm Wind in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 00:25:00 to 29-FEB-12 00:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: REPUBLIC
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

An off duty NWS employee reported wind gusts up to 65 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in CHRISTIAN, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 00:52:00 to 29-FEB-12 00:52:00 (CST-6)
Location: NIXA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public estimated wind gusts up to 60 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in WEBSTER, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 00:52:00 to 29-FEB-12 00:52:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROGERSVILLE
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public estimated wind gusts up to 65 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in HOWELL, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 02:38:00 to 29-FEB-12 02:38:00 (CST-6)
Location: WHITE CHURCH
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management estimated wind gusts up to 60 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in HOWELL, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 02:49:00 to 29-FEB-12 02:49:00 (CST-6)
Location: WEST PLAINS
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public estimated wind gusts up to 60 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 00:33:00 to 29-FEB-12 00:33:00 (CST-6)
Location: REPUBLIC
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

An off duty NWS employee estimated wind gusts up to 65 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in PHELPS, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 01:10:00 to 29-FEB-12 01:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROLLA
Magnitude: 52.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

An amateur ham radio operator reported a 60 mph wind gust.

Thunderstorm Wind in DADE, MISSOURI
From 28-FEB-12 23:26:00 to 28-FEB-12 23:26:00 (CST-6)
Location: CIRCOLA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Windows were blown out of a house and a barn was destroyed.

Thunderstorm Wind in JASPER, MISSOURI
From 28-FEB-12 23:28:00 to 28-FEB-12 23:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: BROOKLYN HGTS
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Jasper county emergency management reported roof damage to a trailer.

Thunderstorm Wind in HICKORY, MISSOURI
From 28-FEB-12 23:48:00 to 28-FEB-12 23:48:00 (CST-6)
Location: NEMO
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management reported roof damage to a trailer and significant damage to a shed.

Thunderstorm Wind in GREENE, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 00:40:00 to 29-FEB-12 00:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: WILDWOOD ESTATES
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

A business sign was blown down.

Funnel Cloud in SHANNON, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 03:00:00 to 29-FEB-12 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: WINONA
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Tornado in TANEY, MISSOURI
From 29-FEB-12 01:19:00 to 29-FEB-12 01:32:00 (CST-6)
Location: BRANSON MEM ARPT
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 15.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This is a continuation of the EF-2 rated tornado that touched down in Stone County at 01:13 CST then tracked into western Taney County west of Branson. The path length in Taney County was near 16 miles and the overall path length was approximately 22 miles. While mostly rated EF1 in Taney County, there was evidence of EF2 damage as well. The tornado caused 37 injuries as it tracked down the business district of Branson, heavily damaging 14 theaters and attractions, 25 restaurants and 21 hotels down the Branson Strip. Additional damage also occurred to several other small businesses and two shopping centers. The tornado skipped through residential areas in unincorporated portions of the county and in portions of Branson severely damaging or destroying around 100 homes including several mobile homes. The tornado then heavily damaged the Branson Landing including Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel Complex before moving into more rural areas east of Branson and lifting near Kissee Mills. Nearly 70 percent of the windows of the Hilton were blown out or damaged.

Hail in POLK, MISSOURI
From 28-FEB-12 23:50:00 to 28-FEB-12 23:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: BOLIVAR
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public