05 Apr 2023 | 02:36 PM UTC
US: Authorities responding to tornado damage in parts of southeastern Missouri April 5
Response operations ongoing following tornado damage in parts of southeastern Missouri, US, April 5; multiple casualties reported.
Event
Response operations are ongoing after a tornado struck the Glenallen area in Bollinger County, southeastern Missouri, early April 5. Authorities have reported an unconfirmed number of fatalities and injuries; search and rescue operations are ongoing. Several homes have been damaged and a gas leak has been reported.
Associated responses and tornado damage are likely to result in localized ground and rail travel delays in area over the coming days. Employees may be affected by possible business and school closures. Further adverse weather is forecast in the region throughout April 5; Bollinger County is within an area under a tornado watch through at least 16:00 CDT April 5.
Advice
Monitor local media for updated emergency and weather information. Be prepared to quickly move to a safe location if new warnings are issued. Postpone driving until weather conditions improve. Charge battery-powered devices in case prolonged electricity outages occur. Strictly heed the instructions of local authorities.
