Christian County Emergency Management

06/23/2026

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06/23/2026

Potential thunderstorms late tonight into Wednesday morning. Marginal risk for our area, but always remain weather aware!

There is the potential for a round of strong to severe thunderstorms to move through the area late tonight into Wednesday morning. If this complex does track through the area, the primary hazard is damaging wind gusts. Confidence remains low in both storm track and timing. Check back for updates later today.

06/18/2026

06/17/2026

Slight risk for storms this evening, make sure that you have at least 2 ways to receive weather information!

Here is an estimated timeline for thunderstorms developing and moving into and through the area late this afternoon and evening into tonight. Remain weather aware this evening, especially across central Missouri.

06/16/2026

Update: All flood-related road closures have been reopened, except for Christian County roads, Wilson, Dry Hollow, Buck & Keltner, which remain closed at this time. Please find an alternate route.

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06/16/2026

Thunderstorms are expected to develop across northern Missouri/Kansas, then shift south into the area Wednesday afternoon into the overnight. All modes of severe weather are possible, including large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes.

06/15/2026

The following Western Christian County roads are now open: Fraizer, Nicholas & Riverdale.

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06/15/2026

Good information from the Clever Fire Department! “With all the recent rain, water levels can rise quickly. If the water is high, stay back, stay out — and don’t take chances.

Water is one of the most powerful forces in nature. Never underestimate it.

With the amount of rainfall we have seen lately there has been significant flooding all throughout the Ozarks. These floodwaters have fast-moving currents, hidden debris, contaminated water, and submerged hazards that can turn water sports or what seems like a simple drive, into a very life-threatening situation. Floodwaters are not a force to play with or underestimate.

When you encounter moving water we stress for you to respect it. Floodwater over the roadway may not seem very deep, but the speed that which it is moving is extremely dangerous. This water is deceiving and may actually be much more deeper than it looks. You may think to yourself, "I've been driving this road for 10 years, I know it like the back of my hand." but what you don't know is that the force of those floodwaters have washed out the gravel or asphalt road that you can't see. Meaning there is no more road for you to follow through those waters. If these waters are able to destroy our roadways, think about what it would to do you and your vehicle. It only takes 12 inches of moving water to move a vehicle, but the first 6 inches is enough to stall your vehicle and cause complete loss of control.

We understand that summer time means heat, and heat means days on the lake or river, but before going out on the water, take a minute to check conditions. Are they something you're willing to risk your friends, family, and your own life for? While a lake or river may appear calm in some places, there are multiple other hazards that can still be present. When these waters rise several feet above normal levels, the currents will become stronger, channels will run faster, and any areas near spillways/dams can and will become deadly in seconds.

Many departments in the surrounding area, including the CFPD, have been responding to water rescues in the past couple of weeks and will continue to do so. These are extremely dangerous and hazardous situations that emergency personnel are mitigating. Even our highly trained rescue personnel with specialized equipment struggle against the forces of these waters.

One decision can impact not only your family and friends, but the responders who are risking their lives to save others. So please remember: if the water is high, stay back, stay out, and don't take chances.

06/15/2026

The following Eastern Christian County roads are now open: Badger, Day Lane, Swan Cave, North Marshfield, Martins Branch, Peck & Stewart Creek.

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06/15/2026

🚧 Riverdale Road at the bridge is closed, please find an alternate route.