Storm system drops tornadoes in southwest Missouri

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. -- A severe thunderstorm spawned tornadoes downing power lines and trees in parts of southwest Missouri.

National Weather Service meteorologist Kelsey Angle said tornadoes were reported Tuesday afternoon near Wheaton, Rocky Comfort, Miller and Stella in southwest Missouri.

Angle said preliminary reports indicate some outbuildings were damaged.

David Compton, emergency management coordinator in Barry County, said one or two homes in Wheaton were damaged and several trees and power lines were down. He had no reports of injuries.

The line of storms is carrying heavy rain, hail and the possibility of more tornadoes as it moves east.