Some places east of Springfield could see storms this afternoon, mainly east of Highway 65.

Scattered storms are expected between 2-4 PM across the eastern MO Ozarks. The main storm hazards will be frequent lightning, wind gusts up to 50 mph, and small hail. Pockets of localized heavy rainfall may also occur. Storm activity should wane between 7-10 PM. #mowx #kswx pic.twitter.com/38V2n7kTKk

— NWS Springfield (@NWSSpringfield) July 30, 2021

The National Weather Service says storms could fire up between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

The biggest threat will be heavy rain, small hail and strong winds.

The storms should taper off between 7 p.m. and 10 p.m.

A cold front will bring cooler temperatures with the potential for showers and thunderstorms late Saturday afternoon into Sunday. At this time there is a low end threat for a few strong thunderstorms and localized flooding. Remain weather aware. #mowx #kswx pic.twitter.com/pNpQ9oM4TD

— NWS Springfield (@NWSSpringfield) July 30, 2021