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Aviso / Spotters / MO

Storm spotting
in Missouri.

Missouri bridges the Plains and the Ozarks, where terrain complicates radar. Ground-truth reports from trained spotters are critical for warning decisions.

Primary hazards
  • tornadoes
  • damaging winds
  • flash flooding
  • ice storms
Peak season

March through May

Covering NWS offices
  • St. Louis (LSX)
  • Kansas City / Pleasant Hill (EAX)
  • Springfield (SGF)

How to become a certified spotter in Missouri.

  1. 01
    Take SKYWARN training

    NWS St. Louis (LSX) runs free basic + advanced classes. Most run 90 minutes online or in person.

  2. 02
    Get your spotter ID

    Some offices issue an ID; others log your training. Either way you're cleared to report.

  3. 03
    Install Aviso

    Submit verified reports from anywhere in the state — routed to your local NWS office in seconds.

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