Chicago, IL – A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for portions of Illinois and Missouri until 12:00 AM CDT on April 5, 2025.
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued the watch at 5:10 p.m. CDT on Friday, warning residents in several counties of potential severe thunderstorms, including strong winds, large hail, and heavy rain.
- Edwards
- Franklin
- Hamilton
- Jefferson
- Perry
- Randolph
- Wabash
- Washington
- Wayne
- White
Missouri Counties Affected:
- Bollinger
- Carter
- Christian
- Crawford
- Dent
- Douglas
- Howell
- Iron
- Laclede
- Madison
- Oregon
- Ozark
- Perry
- Phelps
- Pulaski
- Reynolds
- Shannon
- St. Francois
- Ste. Genevieve
- Taney
- Texas
- Washington
- Wayne
- Webster
- Wright
The NWS reports that conditions are favorable for the development of severe thunderstorms in these areas, with the possibility of damaging winds and large hail.
Residents should be aware of changing weather conditions and prepared for potential power outages or disruptions. The watch encompasses both rural and urban areas, including St. Louis, Missouri, and portions of southern Illinois.
Authorities recommend staying indoors during the storm and avoiding travel unless absolutely necessary. Residents should monitor local weather reports for the most up-to-date alerts and safety information.
