Storm damage experts have long warned against the misguided practice of parking under overpasses during severe storms or tornadoes. Not only is it dangerous to the countless other people stuck behind parked drivers, but the practice is also extremely dangerous for people under the overpass.

A tornado warning was issued for southeastern Henry County, Missouri, until 7:45 p.m. Monday after radar indicated rotation near Lowry City, with the storm moving northeast at 25 mph. KMBC's Nick Bender is tracking the storm in Henry County.

Nine tornadoes struck Missouri and Kentucky on May 16, including a deadly EF3 in Scott County that killed two people and destroyed homes. The National Weather Service confirmed tornadoes up to EF4 strength.

Climate and weather scientists have seen the location of the traditional "tornado alley" shift east and another one form to the southeast.

The National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for Jefferson County, Missouri, until 8:45 p.m. Monday.

Gov. Mike Kehoe has requested a federal emergency declaration in response to last Friday’s tornadoes in the St. Louis and southeast Missouri regions. The governor made the request to President Donald Trump for an EF-3 twister that tore apart the St.

The agency’s policy shift is poised to drastically reduce the federal aid states receive for natural disaster recovery.

It's unclear whether the Trump administration will approve the request. FEMA has signaled that disaster recovery responsibility would be transitioned to states.

Millions of people in the Midwest and Great Plains are in the path of numerous severe thunderstorms expected on Monday. Kansas City is expecting winds up to 50 MPH and half-dollar-sized hail that could damage roofs or cars.