Strong storms sweep south of St. Louis County
ST. LOUIS — It is another day to be weather aware, as we expect severe thunderstorms to impact the St. Louis region between 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Wednesday. Storms will be intense and capable of producing damaging wind gusts to 70 mph, golf ball-sized hail or larger, and the threat of strong tornadoes. The strongest storms are expected to be along and south of I-70 in both Missouri and Illinois.
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A tornado watch is in effect until 5 p.m. for many areas south of St. Louis County. Many tornado warnings were issued in this area on Wednesday afternoon. Viewers sent in pics of large hail that fell in the area. More storms are expected this evening. Flash flooding is also a concern for southeastern Missouri and southern Illinois.
Behind the storms, high pressure will start to settle in. Some clouds Thursday, but breezy and cooler. Highs in the low to mid 70s. Cooler and quieter weather will hang around through Saturday.
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