"Hailstones can fall as fast as 72 miles per hour, and this week's storm produced hailstones as large as two to 4.75 inches, causing significant damage."
"The storm was produced by a supercell rotating thunderstorm, which can split into two storms, increasing the risk of very large hail."
"Local resident Lesa Voss described the storm, saying, 'I'd never seen anything like that in my life, it's the worst hail I have ever seen.'"
"City Utilities of Springfield reported over a dozen instances of gas meters being hit by hail, which poses a risk of gas leaks."
A severe hailstorm near Springfield, Mo., produced hailstones up to 4.75 inches, damaging cars, homes, and gas meters. The storm was generated by a supercell thunderstorm, which can create hazardous weather conditions. Local residents reported unprecedented hail damage, with one resident stating it was the worst hail they had ever seen. The storm also resulted in the death of a 21-year-old emu at a local zoo. Utility providers received multiple reports of gas meters being struck, raising concerns about potential gas leaks.
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