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St. Louis, MO – Spring break travel across Missouri and Illinois brings a heightened overnight threat as tornado-capable storms can develop after dark, leaving residents with only minutes to take cover while most are asleep.
According to the National Weather Service, nighttime tornadoes are significantly more dangerous due to missed alerts and near-zero visibility. The Mid-Mississippi Valley is a frequent pathway for strong spring systems, with storms often intensifying overnight along and east of I-70 and near the Mississippi River…