Update: KC Overnight Storms Evolve into Dakotas Enhanced Risk Today, Missouri in Crosshairs Thursday — SevereWX

Following last night's powerful bowing storm cluster that charged into the Kansas City vicinity with damaging winds and tornado potential, the Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has upgraded today's outlook to an Enhanced Risk across North Dakota and South Dakota, with a Slight Risk in Nebraska.

An Enhanced Risk signals the possibility of scattered severe thunderstorms, which could produce large hail, damaging wind gusts up to 70 mph or higher, and isolated tornadoes in these areas this afternoon and evening of Tuesday, June 9. Nebraska's Slight Risk points to more isolated severe storms with similar but less widespread hazards.

The action doesn't stop there. Looking ahead, Slight Risks are now in place for Wednesday, June 10, around Wichita, KS, and Kansas City, MO, where remnants of these storms could spark isolated severe activity. By Thursday, June 11, the threat shifts east with Slight Risks covering Joplin, Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield in Missouri—again, expect isolated storms capable of severe hail, gusty winds, and a low-end tornado chance.

These developments show how quickly Plains weather patterns can evolve, pulling moisture northward after battling Gulf air influences.

Stay vigilant: Review your severe weather plan, monitor your local National Weather Service office for watches and warnings, and keep an eye on radar.

For tailored forecasts, check your city's AI-powered outlook on SevereWX:

• Joplin, MO
• Kansas City, MO
• Springfield, MO
• St. Louis, MO
• Wichita, KS

Safety first as we track this multi-day setup.