JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) � The National Weather Service says a "violent tornado" has touched down in Jefferson City, Missouri, causing possible fatalities and heavy damage.
The service reports that a "confirmed large and destructive tornado" was observed over Jefferson City at 11:43 p.m. Wednesday, moving northeast at 40 mph (64 kph).
"More dangerous severe weather � tornadoes and flash flooding -expected overnight," according to a tweet from Missouri Public Safety.
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In Jefferson City, the state capital, there is extensive damage along Ellis Boulevard near Highway 54. Power lines are down. Traffic is being diverted as & local first responders go door-to-door. Consider all power lines live.
Stay out of areas with damage.� MO Public Safety (@MoPublicSafety)
