Ice Storm — Webster, Missouri

2007-01-12 to 2007-01-14 · Webster, Missouri

Event narrative

Ice ammulations over Webster County caused catastrophic tree and power line damage across the northwest half of the county. 90 percent of the county experienced power outages. The power problems caused structure fires which destroyed six houses.

Wider weather episode

One of the greatest disasters to ever impact southwest Missouri, including the Springfield metro area, occurred in the form of an ice storm. Several counties, mainly along and north of the interstate 44 corridor, experienced ice accumulations up to two and a half inches. Power outages and catastrophic tree damage were the main impacts resulting from this historic event. Power outages occurred for over three weeks in many areas. Several indirect fatalities due to the extreme elements were documented. Carbon monoxide poisoning occurred within a few homes as gas generators were being used in garages, which allowed for dangerous levels of carbon monoxide to seep into houses.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 12937. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.