Extreme Heat Warning
Status
Event Continued Active alertStart Time
Sat 08/15/2026 03:44 AM EDTEnd Time
Sun 08/16/2026 09:00 PM EDTSignificance
WarningImpacts
High impact
Locations Affected
Springfield, MO ∙ Joplin, MO ∙ Webb City, MO ∙ Monett Municipal Airport, MO ∙ Morrisville, MO ∙ Bruner, MO ∙ Bakersfield, MO ∙ Howes Mill, MO ∙ Willhoit, MO ∙ Roscoe, MOFull Alert Message
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Springfield MO 244 AM CDT Sat Aug 15 2026 ...EXTREME HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CDT SUNDAY... * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Kansas and central, east central, south central, southwest, and west central Missouri. * WHEN...Until 8 PM CDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Technical Header
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