Thunderstorm Wind — Lawrence, Missouri

2025-04-29 · near Mt Vernon, Lawrence, Missouri

Event narrative

The mesonet station GW5516 at Mount Vernon measured a 58 mph wind gust.

Wider weather episode

A cluster of severe thunderstorms moved through southwest Missouri on the morning of April 29th, 2025. Widespread wind damage and several tornadoes occurred. Significant wind damage with over 50,000 power outages occurred in Springfield alone. Numerous trees, powerlines and structures sustained damage from this system. A 90 mph wind gust was measured at the Springfield Branson National Airport.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1256002. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.