Cole County/Jefferson City Office of Emergency Management

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Cole County Office of Emergency Management prepares, responds, and recovers alongside our community—coordinating resources, sharing critical information, and taking action to keep Cole County safe. The mission of the Cole County Emergency Management Agency is to protect the lives and property of all Cole County residents when major disasters threaten public safety in any community.

06/17/2026

JeffCity/ColeCounty MO Critical Weather Alert:

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED TORNADO WATCH 342 IN
EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS

IN ILLINOIS THIS WATCH INCLUDES 8 COUNTIES

IN SOUTH CENTRAL ILLINOIS

BOND CLINTON FAYETTE
MARION WASHINGTON

IN SOUTHWEST ILLINOIS

MADISON MONROE SAINT CLAIR

IN MISSOURI THIS WATCH INCLUDES 22 COUNTIES

IN CENTRAL MISSOURI

AUDRAIN BOONE CALLAWAY
COLE MONITEAU OSAGE

IN EAST CENTRAL MISSOURI

FRANKLIN GASCONADE JEFFERSON
LINCOLN MONTGOMERY SAINT CHARLES
SAINT LOUIS SAINT LOUIS CITY WARREN

IN NORTHEAST MISSOURI

KNOX LEWIS MARION
MONROE PIKE RALLS
SHELBY

THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF ALTON, BELLEVILLE, BOWLING GREEN,
CAHOKIA, CENTRALIA, COLUMBIA, EDWARDSVILLE, FULTON, HANNIBAL,
JEFFERSON CITY, MEXICO, SAINT CHARLES, SAINT LOUIS, SALEM,
SULLIVAN, UNION, VANDALIA, AND WASHINGTON.
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🚨 COLE COUNTY WEATHER UPDATE – SEVERE WEATHER EXPECTED TODAY (Wednesday, June 17) 🚨The National Weather Service in St. L...
06/17/2026

🚨 COLE COUNTY WEATHER UPDATE – SEVERE WEATHER EXPECTED TODAY (Wednesday, June 17) 🚨

The National Weather Service in St. Louis is monitoring the potential for severe thunderstorms across Missouri and Illinois today. Cole County is expected to be impacted during the afternoon and evening hours, with the potential for severe weather continuing into the overnight period.

⚠️ What to Expect
• Strong southwest winds this morning and afternoon before storms arrive
• Sustained winds of 20–30 mph with gusts of 40–50 mph under the Wind Advisory
• Severe thunderstorms developing this afternoon and evening
• Damaging straight-line winds are the primary threat
• Large hail and isolated tornadoes are also possible
• Localized heavy rainfall and flash flooding cannot be ruled out

🕒 Timing for Cole County
• Strong non-thunderstorm winds throughout the day
• Severe storm potential begins this afternoon, generally after 3 PM
• Highest threat period for Cole County appears to be late afternoon through evening
• Storms may continue into the overnight hours

🌪️ Threat Levels
• Damaging Winds: Greatest concern, with wind gusts potentially reaching 70+ mph in stronger storms
• Hail: Up to golf ball size possible
• Tornadoes: Isolated tornadoes cannot be ruled out, potentially strong (EF2+)
• Heavy Rain: Localized flooding possible

✅ Preparedness Reminders
• Secure outdoor furniture, trash cans, and other loose objects
• Have multiple ways to receive weather warnings, especially overnight
• Sign up for Smart911 to ensure emergency responders have critical information when seconds count and to receive important emergency notifications in participating areas (Smart911.com)
• Review your severe weather safety plan
• Charge mobile devices and be prepared for possible power outages

Cole County OEM will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as needed. Stay weather aware and be prepared to take action if warnings are issued.

06/11/2026

JeffCity/ColeCounty MO Critical Weather Alert:

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH
314 IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS

IN ILLINOIS THIS WATCH INCLUDES 7 COUNTIES

IN SOUTHWEST ILLINOIS

CALHOUN GREENE JERSEY
MACOUPIN MADISON MONROE
SAINT CLAIR

IN MISSOURI THIS WATCH INCLUDES 20 COUNTIES

IN CENTRAL MISSOURI

AUDRAIN BOONE CALLAWAY
COLE MONITEAU OSAGE

IN EAST CENTRAL MISSOURI

CRAWFORD FRANKLIN GASCONADE
JEFFERSON LINCOLN MONTGOMERY
SAINT CHARLES SAINT LOUIS SAINT LOUIS CITY
WARREN WASHINGTON

IN NORTHEAST MISSOURI

MONROE PIKE RALLS

THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF ALTON, BELLEVILLE, BOWLING GREEN,
CAHOKIA, COLUMBIA, EDWARDSVILLE, FULTON, JEFFERSON CITY, MEXICO,
SAINT CHARLES, SAINT LOUIS, SULLIVAN, UNION, AND WASHINGTON.
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06/08/2026

JeffCity/ColeCounty MO Critical Weather Alert:

FFWLSX

The National Weather Service in St Louis has issued a

* Flash Flood Warning for...
Southeastern Boone County in central Missouri...
West Central Callaway County in central Missouri...
Western Cole County in central Missouri...
Eastern Moniteau County in central Missouri...

* Until 330 AM CDT.

* At 933 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing
heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 3 inches of rain
have fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.

* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Jefferson City, California, Ashland, Columbia Regional Airport, St.
Martins, Russellville, Jamestown, Centertown, McGirk, Easley,
Hickory Hill, High Point, Marion, Lohman, Eugene, Hartsburg,
Elston, Wilton and Sandy Hook.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.

06/06/2026

JeffCity/ColeCounty Urgent Alert: Traffic is delayed in the area of Unilever, 2900 W Truman Blvd, due to an accident, avoid the area if possible or proceed with caution.

06/03/2026

JeffCity/ColeCounty Urgent Alert: Traffic back to normal in the area of Rt B/Scheuler Ferry Rd.

06/03/2026

JeffCity/ColeCounty Urgent Alert: Traffic is delayed in the area of Rt B/Scheuler Ferry Rd due to accident, avoid the area if possible or proceed with caution.

06/01/2026

JeffCity/ColeCounty Urgent Alert: Traffic is delayed in the 1900 blk of Bald Hill Rd due to downed tree, avoid the area if possible or proceed with caution.

06/01/2026

** Critical Weather Alert **

SVRLSX

The National Weather Service in St Louis has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Southwestern Callaway County in central Missouri...
Southeastern Cole County in central Missouri...
Osage County in central Missouri...
Northwestern Crawford County in east central Missouri...
Gasconade County in east central Missouri...

* Until 515 AM CDT.

* At 425 AM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line from
near Chamois to near Freeburg, or along a line from 12 miles north
of Linn to 15 miles southwest of Linn, moving east at 30 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to
roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Jefferson City, Wardsville, Holts Summit, Lake Mykee Town, Lake
Mykee, Taos, New Bloomfield, Meta, Westphalia, Argyle,
Frankenstein, Linn, Rich Fountain, Freeburg, Mount Sterling, Bland,
Owensville, Drake and Rosebud.

This includes the following State Parks...
Clarks Hill/Norton Historic Site and Jefferson Landing Historic Site.
Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from
windows. These storms are capable of producing damaging winds and
large hail.

06/01/2026

** Critical Weather Alert **

SVRLSX

The National Weather Service in St Louis has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Southeastern Boone County in central Missouri...
Southwestern Callaway County in central Missouri...
Cole County in central Missouri...
Eastern Moniteau County in central Missouri...
West Central Osage County in central Missouri...

* Until 430 AM CDT.

* At 344 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Centertown,
or 9 miles southeast of California, moving east at 30 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to
roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
California, McGirk, Russellville, Jamestown, Centertown, Lohman,
St. Martins, Brazito, Marion, Easley, Hartsburg, Jefferson City,
Wardsville, Ashland, Holts Summit, Taos, Lake Mykee Town, Lake
Mykee, Westphalia and New Bloomfield.

This includes the following State Parks...
Clarks Hill/Norton Historic Site and Jefferson Landing Historic Site.
Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from
windows. This storm is capable of producing damaging winds and large
hail.

Address

1736 Southridge Drive
Jefferson City, MO
65109

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