Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe has signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency ahead of forecasted severe weather that will hit most of the state.

Gov. Mike Kehoe has declared a State of Emergency across all of Missouri ahead of potential severe weather tonight. A weather system that’s moving towards Missouri is expected to trigger severe thunderstorms and possibly tornadoes.

I urge all Missourians to stay alert, monitor weather forecasts, and follow official warnings," Gov. Mike Kehoe said.

Nine of the 12 fatalities reported during last week's severe weather outbreak occurred in Wayne and Ozark counties.

Governor Mike Kehoe toured multiple areas across Missouri after storms caused havoc on communities, resulting in loss of life, injuries and lots of structural damage

At least three people are dead in Missouri following a widespread and dangerous severe weather outbreak Friday evening after numerous tornadoes were spotted traveling through the state, causing significant damage.