EF1 tornado in Greene County, Missouri

A National Weather Service storm survey determined that a brief EF-1 tornado occurred approximately 3 miles southwest of Elwood around 9:24 AM. It progressed northeast for a little over a minute before dissipating to strong straight-line winds at 9:25 AM approximately 1.5 miles southwest of Elwood. The tornado had a path length of 1.55 miles, a width of 50 yards, and estimated maximum wind speeds of 90 mph. Many trees were uprooted in different directions, with some trees falling on a residence. It also damaged the roof of a barn and outbuilding.

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.