Springfield, Mo. – Residents across Missouri should prepare for repeated rounds of showers and thunderstorms through Thursday, with the heaviest rainfall expected through Monday night. Some communities could see 1 to 3 inches of rain, raising the risk of localized flooding in low-lying areas.
According to the National Weather Service in Springfield, stronger storms may produce heavier downpours, with additional rain likely from Tuesday through Thursday. The threat of “training” storms — where repeated cells move over the same areas — could worsen flood concerns despite ongoing drought conditions across the region.
Cities including Springfield, Joplin, Rolla, and West Plains are all in line for periods of rain. Roadways such as I-44 and U.S. 65 could see slick conditions and ponding, especially during the Monday morning and evening commutes. Emergency managers urge drivers to avoid flooded roadways and be prepared for sudden slowdowns in storm-prone stretches…