Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Northeast Kansas, Northwest Missouri

The National Weather Service warns of potential large hail and damaging winds in the affected counties.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 10:39pm

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The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for several counties in northeast Kansas and northwest Missouri, including Atchison and Doniphan counties in Kansas, and Andrew, Atchison, Buchanan, Holt, and Nodaway counties in Missouri. The watch is in effect until 11 PM and storms capable of large hail and damaging winds are expected to move into the area after 7 PM.

Why it matters

Severe thunderstorms can pose a significant threat to public safety, causing property damage, power outages, and potential injuries or loss of life. Residents in the affected counties should monitor weather conditions closely and be prepared to take shelter if severe storms develop.

The details

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for several counties in northeast Kansas and northwest Missouri, including Atchison and Doniphan counties in Kansas, and Andrew, Atchison, Buchanan, Holt, and Nodaway counties in Missouri. The watch is in effect until 11 PM, and storms capable of large hail and damaging winds are expected to move into the area after 7 PM.

  • The severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 11 PM on April 9, 2026.
  • Storms capable of large hail and damaging winds are expected to move into the watch area after 7 PM on April 9, 2026.

The players

National Weather Service

The National Weather Service is a government agency that is responsible for issuing weather forecasts and warnings, including severe thunderstorm watches and warnings.

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What’s next

Residents in the affected counties should continue to monitor weather conditions and be prepared to take shelter if severe storms develop.

The takeaway

Severe thunderstorms can pose a significant threat to public safety, and it is important for residents in the affected counties to remain vigilant and prepared for potentially dangerous weather conditions.