Scattered Thunderstorms This Afternoon

Early afternoon update: The chance of a strong thunderstorm has shifted a touch west, including the KC Metro this afternoon as more clearing of clouds has started across eastern Kansas. Still, most storms will be widely scattered across the region. Quarter size hail and pockets of damaging wind gusts.

 
Image Description: Text at top: Scattered Thunderstorms Today. Map on left of western Missouri and eastern Kansas with a light yellow outline surrounding an area from the I-35 Corridor into central Missouri and southeastern Kansas.

This area is labeled, "Be Aware For a Few Strong Thunderstorms. Text Box right of Map: Timing: Thru 8:00 PM. Widely scattered, a few strong, possibly severe storms. Up to Quarter Size Hail, 50 to 60 mph wind gusts, Brief heavy rainfall.

Text at bottom: National Weather Service Kansas City, Missouri Tuesday March 22nd, 2022 1:48 PM.