Severe Storms Hit Kansas City: Tornado Watch and Hail Reports – March 11, 2026

Kansas City and surrounding areas experienced severe thunderstorms and hail on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, prompting tornado watches and severe thunderstorm warnings. The region is bracing for continued unsettled weather.

Severe Weather Timeline – March 10, 2026

• Tornado Watch: Issued for multiple counties in the Kansas City metropolitan area.
• Severe Thunderstorm Warnings: Also issued for several counties.
• Hail Reports: Reports of large hail were widespread. Apple-sized hail was reported in Kansas City, while baseball-sized hail fell in other parts of the metro area (Yahoo News).

Ongoing Big 12 Tournament

The severe weather occurred as the 2026 Big 12 men’s basketball tournament is underway in Kansas City at the T-Mobile Center, running from March 10th to March 14th (Sporting News). Games are being broadcast on ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPNU, and streamed on the ESPN App.

Kansas City Events Continue

Despite the weather, a variety of events are scheduled in Kansas City through April 10, 2026, including concerts, theater productions, and sporting events (Kansas City Events) and (Kansas City Magazine).

Looking Ahead

Residents are advised to stay informed about weather updates and heed any warnings issued by local authorities. The severe weather threat is expected to diminish, but conditions remain unsettled.