Missouri experienced a series of severe weather events on August 27, 2024, resulting in significant damage across several counties. Reports from the National Weather Service and local authorities highlighted instances of hail and wind damage, with downed trees, power lines, and damaged properties.
In Macon County, a report of hail measuring approximately 1.5 inches in diameter was observed about five miles east of Macon. A social media photo confirmed the hail size to be similar to ping pong balls, indicating substantial hail activity in the area. The time and location were estimated from radar data.
Schuyler County also faced hail-related incidents. In Queen City, hail measuring approximately 1 inch in diameter, equivalent to the size of a quarter, was reported. Similarly, in Lancaster, a social media video documented hail up to 1 inch in size, accompanied by small tree limbs down in the area. Both reports were time-stamped using radar estimates.
Clay County experienced significant wind damage. Near Avondale, downed trees and wires were reported around 35th Court. A similar situation occurred near 48th Terrace in Gladstone, where trees and wires were downed due to high winds. Radar data helped confirm the timing of these events.
Jackson County faced multiple instances of wind damage. In the Brookside and Loose Park areas of Kansas City, several downed trees were reported. The Country Club Plaza area also experienced multiple downed trees. These incidents were confirmed through reports from broadcast media and radar data.
In Platte County, several locations were impacted by severe weather. Near Platte Woods, downed tree limbs and wires were reported around Dawn Lane. Additional reports from Weatherby Lake indicated multiple downed wires south of the Kansas City International Airport. Both reports were confirmed based on dispatch and radar data.
Adair County faced similar wind damage. Multiple reports from Kirksville detailed downed trees and wires across different locations, including Thousand Hills State Park, New Street, Ely Street, and Parkview Street. Utility company reports and radar estimates were used to validate these incidents.
Lastly, Clinton County reported significant damage between Ridgely and Trimble with multiple downed power lines, while Gower faced similar issues with power outages northeast of the area. In Livingston County, a downed tree and wires near Adriance Street in Utica were reported by utility companies and confirmed through radar data.
