SUMMARY: A small tornado touched down near De Soto, causing damage to about 53 structures over a 6-7 mile path, with 12 buildings substantially damaged or destroyed. Despite the destruction, no injuries have been reported. The tornado created a damage swath approximately 150 yards wide. Officials noted downed power lines and tree damage, particularly in the Big River Heights area off Highway 21 and the Wilson Hollow area south of De Soto city limits. The tornado is preliminarily estimated as an EF-2, pending official confirmation from weather authorities. Emergency response teams are actively assessing and managing the situation.

Tom Fitzgerald, Chief of the De Soto Fire Protection District, tells FOX 2 that his agency’s preliminary mapping data shows the tornado significantly damaged 12 structures and passed through an estimated 53 properties along its path.

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SUMMARY: Meteorologist Gary Frank confirmed a tornado near De Soto Sunday evening, visible on radar and evidenced by damage and videos. The tornado formed around 6:45-7:00 PM near Big River Heights Road and dissipated by 7:30 PM near Valley Mines. The storm initially showed little severe weather but quickly developed rotation and tornado conditions. Tonight is calm with no severe weather expected. However, Sunday holds a slight risk for severe storms in the St. Louis area, including possible brief tornadoes, wind gusts up to 60 mph, and quarter-size hail from 3 to 9 PM. Localized flash flooding may also occur. Updates will follow.

One tornado in Desoto, MO tonight. Severe threat is over for Saturday night, but chances come up again Sunday night.

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SUMMARY: Three weeks after a destructive tornado hit St. Louis, local and state officials are pushing for significant funding to aid recovery. St. Louis Board Bill 31 proposes allocating $30 million from the NFL Rams settlement to a relief fund targeting home repairs, temporary housing, infrastructure fixes, and support for underinsured residents. Meanwhile, Missouri Senate Bill 1 suggests a $100 million disaster relief fund within a $360 million emergency package to cover emergency response, cleanup, housing, and infrastructure repairs. Both bills require approval and could provide vital resources in the absence of clear federal aid, marking major recovery investments.

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