On March 14, 2025, a significant tornado outbreak affected Missouri, particularly impacting areas near St. Louis. The tornado caused extensive damage in communities such as Villa Ridge, Gray Summit, and Wildwood, uprooting trees and leaving thousands without power.
In Rolla, Missouri, a tornado was captured on video as it swept through a gas station, causing power lines to collapse and disrupting electricity in the surrounding area.
The severity of the storm system led the Storm Prediction Center to issue a rare “high risk” designation for severe weather on March 15, indicating a significant threat of tornadoes, large hail, and damaging winds across the region.
Residents in affected areas are advised to stay informed through local news outlets and official weather sources, and to follow any evacuation orders or safety instructions provided by authorities.