Storms rolled through the Ozarks Wednesday afternoon, producing torrential downpours, dangerous lightning, and even some small hail.
The National Weather Service reported strong gusts, hail, and heavy rain at the airport around 2:20 p.m.
219 PM Update: Wind gusts to 36 mph, small hail, vivid lightning and torrential rainfall currently at SGF airport.
— NWS Springfield (@NWSSpringfield) June 26, 2019
A cluster of storms has moved into northern Greene county and may clip the Springfield metro area around 2 PM. Heavy downpours and frequent lightning are the primary hazards. pic.twitter.com/dp3bgqzPsw
— NWS Springfield (@NWSSpringfield) June 26, 2019
The storms caused some scattered power outages in Springfield.
City Utilities says about 235 customers were without power at one time.
The National Weather Service says the storm threat will diminish early this evening.
There were multiple reports of impassible roadways in Cassville, including State Highway 37.
One car was stranded and there was quarter size hail spotted in the area.
