Heavy rain developed over southern Missouri on the night of the 27th and continued through the evening of the 28th as a slow moving cold front moved across the region and interacted with a moist and unstable airmass over the region. Several inches of rain fell in a short period of time during the early morning of the 28th and led to flash flooding in Reeds Spring and at Roaring River State Park, where numerous campers were evacuated. Between 1.50 and 5 inches of rain fell across much of the Ozarks in a 24 hour period. Some readings indicated that as much as 2.5 inches of rain fell in about a 30 minute period In Barry and Stone Counties. In addition to the flooding, several brief tornadoes occurred in Barry, Christian and Douglas Counties.

Thunderstorm Wind in DOUGLAS, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 08:27:00 to 28-APR-21 08:27:00 (CST-6)
Location: AVA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS storm survey concluded that three large outbuildings were slightly to heavily damaged from high winds.

Tornado in TANEY, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 08:30:00 to 28-APR-21 08:31:00 (CST-6)
Location: IKE
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey determined that an EF0 tornado with winds estimated at 70 mph briefly touched down. Along the very short 50 yard wide path, several trees were snapped and a home suffered minor damage.

Thunderstorm Wind in DOUGLAS, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 09:12:00 to 28-APR-21 09:12:00 (CST-6)
Location: BLANCHE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 40.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

A barn and home suffered minor damage near Highway 14 and County Road 352.

Thunderstorm Wind in CHRISTIAN, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 08:30:00 to 28-APR-21 08:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: OLDFIELD
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The roof of a home suffered moderate damage from high winds.

Thunderstorm Wind in TANEY, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 08:25:00 to 28-APR-21 08:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: BRANSON
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Several large trees were down on Highway 76 near the Highroad and Shepherd of the Hills outdoor theater.

Flash Flood in TANEY, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 08:46:00 to 28-APR-21 16:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: BRANSON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous reports of flooding were received along Roark Creek including at Roark Valley and Veterans Boulevard. A report of nearly 2.50 inches of rain was received near Table Rock Dam in in the vicinity of Branson Landing.

Flash Flood in STONE, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 08:55:00 to 28-APR-21 16:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CAPE FAIR
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Several vehicles were reported in the water at highway 173 north of Highway 76 at a low water area. All occupants were rescued without injury.

Flash Flood in STONE, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 09:02:00 to 28-APR-21 16:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CAPE FAIR
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Water was reported flowing over highway 76 at Mule Barn Road.

Flash Flood in BARRY, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 09:03:00 to 28-APR-21 16:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CASSVILLE FLDS ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Highway 76 was closed to traffic in both directions at a low water area.

Flash Flood in BARRY, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 09:05:00 to 28-APR-21 16:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: EAGLE ROCK
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

State Highway 112 was closed due to flooding at Roaring River State Park.

Flash Flood in CHRISTIAN, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 09:29:00 to 28-APR-21 16:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPOKANE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Water was reported in several homes near Highways 176 and 160. No significant damage was reported.

Flash Flood in STONE, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 09:30:00 to 28-APR-21 16:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: REEDS SPG
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Heavy rainfall with rates near 3 inches per hour caused significant flooding in Reeds Spring as Railey Creek rose rapidly.

Flash Flood in BARRY, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 10:20:00 to 28-APR-21 16:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CASSVILLE FLDS ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Route Y was closed to traffic at Flat Creek due to flooding.

Flash Flood in CHRISTIAN, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 10:24:00 to 28-APR-21 16:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MONTAGUE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Route V was closed at a tributary of East Prong Goff Creek due to flooding.

Flash Flood in DOUGLAS, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 10:50:00 to 28-APR-21 16:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MT ZION
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Highway Y at Cowskin Creek was closed due to flooding.

Flash Flood in TANEY, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 11:30:00 to 28-APR-21 16:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MINCY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Route J was closed at Mincey Creek due to flooding.

Flash Flood in WEBSTER, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 11:50:00 to 28-APR-21 16:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: OLGA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Route Z was closed at the Finley Creek due to flooding.

Flash Flood in BARRY, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 13:15:00 to 28-APR-21 18:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MC DOWELL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Route U was closed at Flat Creek due to flooding.

Flash Flood in BARRY, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 13:25:00 to 28-APR-21 18:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MC DOWELL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Route C was closed at Flat Creek due to flooding.

Flash Flood in OZARK, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 13:30:00 to 28-APR-21 18:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MAMMOTH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Route T was closed at Possum Walk Creek due to flooding.

Flash Flood in WRIGHT, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 13:30:00 to 28-APR-21 18:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MANSFIELD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Route AB was closed at Wolf Creek due to flooding.

Flash Flood in MCDONALD, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 13:33:00 to 28-APR-21 18:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: JACKET
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Route KK was closed at Pine Creek due to flooding.

Flash Flood in CHRISTIAN, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 13:38:00 to 28-APR-21 18:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ABADYL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Route U was closed at Pedelo Creek due to flooding.

Flash Flood in HOWELL, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 13:42:00 to 28-APR-21 18:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: LEOTA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Missouri Highway 142 was closed at Bennetts River due to flooding.

Flash Flood in WRIGHT, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 14:26:00 to 28-APR-21 18:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: JERKTAIL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Highway Z was closed at Elk Creek due to flooding.

Flash Flood in MCDONALD, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 14:45:00 to 28-APR-21 18:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: POWELL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Highway E was flooded after Big Sugar Creek rose over 5.5 feet in one hour, closing the road.

Flash Flood in MCDONALD, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 16:30:00 to 28-APR-21 20:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: HAVENHURST
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Route K was closed at Little Sugar Creek due to flooding after it rose sharply to a stage of nearly 16 feet.

Flash Flood in PHELPS, MISSOURI
From 29-APR-21 01:11:00 to 29-APR-21 08:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: FLAG SPGS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

County Road 3270 was closed at the start of the Pomme De Terre River due to flooding.

Tornado in TANEY, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 08:37:00 to 28-APR-21 08:41:00 (CST-6)
Location: WALNUT SHADE
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 125.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey determined that an EF0 tornado with estimated winds of 70 mph touched down with a path of a half mile in length and a width of 50 yards. Along the path of this brief touchdown, several snapped and uprooted trees were noted along with minor residential damage. One large tree was uprooted and fell onto a home causing significant damage.

Tornado in CHRISTIAN, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 08:55:00 to 28-APR-21 08:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: CHADWICK
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey determined that an EF0 tornado with winds estimated at 76 mph touched down and moved along a 50 yard wide, half mile long path. Numerous trees were uprooted and snapped and a shed was destroyed.

Tornado in DOUGLAS, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 10:13:00 to 28-APR-21 10:19:00 (CST-6)
Location: BLANCHE
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 250.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A National Weather Service storm survey determined that an EF0 tornado with maximum winds estimated at 85 mph moved along a 100 yard wide and 1.9 mile long path. The most significant damage was the destruction of a three car garage and several outbuildings near the start of the path. Minor damage occurred to three homes and numerous trees were snapped or uprooted.

Thunderstorm Wind in STONE, MISSOURI
From 28-APR-21 07:20:00 to 28-APR-21 07:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: NOTCH
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Multiple trees and street lights were blown over on Indian Point.