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Tornado leaves behind extensive damage in Barry & Lawrence Counties
AURORA, Mo. (KY3) — A tornado damaged Barry County and Lawrence County. Now, many in its path are clearing debris. The EF1 storm started southeast of Monett and traveled more than 10 miles before lifting southeast of Aurora. It packed wind speeds of 95 miles per hour. A lot...
Storm damages businesses, cars, and trees along U.S. 60 in the Monett and Aurora, Mo., areas
MONETT, Mo. (KY3) - A strong storm damaged businesses, cars, and trees in the Monett area on Wednesday. The storm also knocked power lines on U.S. 60 between Aurora and Monett. The storm rolled down U.S. 60 around 4 p.m. It then moved east to the Aurora area. The National...
Residents in Lawrence County Missouri dealing with the aftermath after Wednesday's tornado
Monett, MO – Some southwest Missouri residents are dealing with a mess left by the tornado that struck Wednesday afternoon. Fire crews and liberty utilities worked through the night to clear roads and restore power. Residents spent the day cleaning up storm debris. No injuries were reported.
Eight sets of twins graduate from Republic High School
REPUBLIC, Mo. (KY3) — Some Republic School District graduates are gaining popularity. Why? They’re twins!. The district announced Friday that eight sets of twins will be graduating from Republic High School this year. The pairs are listed below, from left to right:. - Molly & Maggie Mason. -...
Massive cleanup and rescue underway in Lawrence County
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Mo. — The Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) says a massive cleanup and rescue operations are taking place in the southern part of the county following a tornado that hit the area Wednesday, May 8. The Aurora Rural Fire Protection District says multiple structures are damaged and that there are people who suffered […]
As National Teacher Appreciation Week closes, think of the difference one teacher can make
When you think of your time in school, from kindergarten to 12th grade, who was your favorite teacher? The educator who enters your mind might be the one who made learning the most fun, organized the best field trips or encouraged you to try something new. You might think of a teacher who...
Thursday, May 9: Welcome period of quiet weather to last through the weekend
Storms from yesterday are long gone but left behind plenty of damage from high winds, tornadoes, and hail. Here’s a gallery of some of the tornado damage between Monett and Aurora. A cold front came through last night, and that marks the end of our active week of weather. Time to enjoy the quieter more […]
Tornado knocks out power at Monett Cox Hospital
MONETT, Mo. – The tornado that touched down in Monett and Aurora caused damage to property along Highway 60 Wednesday afternoon, May 8. The damage included Cox Hospital in Monett, which had the power cut off and was forced to run on a generator for about 45 minutes. Additionally, cars in the parking lot were […]
Tornado Warning expire for multiple counties in the Ozarks
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A tornado warning has expired for the following counties in our viewing area: Christian, Barry, Webster, and Lawrence Counties. A circulation has been spotted traveling towards Nixa, Ozark near Highway 14, and Rogersville. A tornado was confirmed on the ground near the intersection of Highway 60 and the exit for Business 60 […]
Possible tornado damages homes in southwest Missouri
LAWRENCE, Co. (KSNF) — What’s now believed to be a tornado, touched down near Monett, causing damage along its path. Lawrence County Sheriff, Brad Delay says at least one tornado touched down just east of Monett — near Highway 60 and Lawrence 2240 — which is also the Lawrence and Barry County line. The tornado […]
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