Severe Weather Strikes Missouri: Tornadoes Cause Fatalities and Damage
On March 14, 2025, a series of powerful tornadoes swept through Missouri, leaving a trail of destruction and tragedy in their wake. The severe weather outbreak resulted in at least two fatalities and extensive property damage, particularly impacting the St. Louis metropolitan area. Fatalities and Immediate Impact The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported that a man and woman were found deceased in the Bakersfield area of Ozark County. The tornadoes caused significant structural damage and widespread power outages across several counties, including Wright and Howell. As daylight emerged, emergency responders anticipated discovering more damage. New York Post Extent of the Damage In the aftermath of the storms, close to 100,000 buildings were reported without power, with approximately 51,000 of these in St. Louis County. Substantial damage was reported in parts of Florissant in north county and in areas of Villa Ridge, Arnold, and Rolla, among others. In response to the widespread d...