Tornado Warnings Active SE LA/S MS; Severe Tstms MI & Panhandle Risk — June 16, 2026 — SevereWX

LIVE Severe Weather Update: June 16, 2026

The Storm Prediction Center maintains a Slight risk of severe thunderstorms today across parts of the Plains, where scattered storms could produce damaging winds and large hail. An early morning mesoscale discussion touched on brief severe potential in western Kansas, but forecasters see a low chance of needing a watch there. Right now, a tornado warning is underway across southeast Louisiana into southwest Mississippi, the most urgent threat on the board.

Storms remain possible this afternoon under the Slight risk area, particularly as heating intensifies over Kansas and nearby regions.

Timeline

12:40 AM EDT — Severe Potential Called Out in Western Kansas

The Storm Prediction Center issued a mesoscale discussion at 12:40 AM EDT for portions of western Kansas, valid through 2:45 AM EDT. It highlighted a low-end potential for severe storms capable of producing strong winds or hail. Forecasters assessed only a 5% chance of a severe thunderstorm watch, meaning one is unlikely.

9:57 AM EDT — Tornado Warning for St. Tammany LA, Pearl River MS

A tornado warning took effect at 9:57 AM EDT for St. Tammany Parish in Louisiana and Pearl River County in Mississippi. It is radar-indicated and runs until 10:30 AM EDT. People in the warned area should seek shelter right away and stay weather-aware.

10:16 AM EDT — SPC flags severe storm threat SE LA to Florida Panhandle

The Storm Prediction Center issued a discussion for strong storms capable of damaging winds and large hail in southeastern Louisiana, southern Mississippi, southern Alabama, and the Florida Panhandle. A severe thunderstorm watch is possible with 40% likelihood. Conditions remain favorable for intense weather development.

12:02 PM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Alcona/Alpena, MI

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for Alcona and Alpena counties in Michigan until 12:45 PM EDT. It could be extended or canceled by the National Weather Service. These storms may bring damaging winds and large hail.

What's Next

Storms with active tornado warnings continue across southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi. Severe weather risk remains in the Florida Panhandle through the afternoon. Scattered thunderstorms capable of severe gusts are ongoing in northern Michigan. Keep monitoring National Weather Service updates.

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