Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe has signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency ahead of forecasted severe weather that will hit most of the state.

Gov. Mike Kehoe has declared a State of Emergency across all of Missouri ahead of potential severe weather tonight. A weather system that’s moving towards Missouri is expected to trigger severe thunderstorms and possibly tornadoes.

I urge all Missourians to stay alert, monitor weather forecasts, and follow official warnings," Gov. Mike Kehoe said.

Governor Mike Kehoe toured multiple areas across Missouri after storms caused havoc on communities, resulting in loss of life, injuries and lots of structural damage