Lake of the Ozarks Daily Digest Sunday, July 12, 2026
Ty's Take
When the rain comes hard and fast around here, you learn real quick who shows up. The state emergency declaration across Missouri is the official word, but what matters is that OBFD pulled an older man out of the water, that Lake Regional opened weekend express care, that the county EMA office is standing by to process damage claims while the cleanup's still happening. Storm season doesn't announce itself with courtesy—it just arrives, backs up the gutters, fills the basements, and tests whether we've got our neighbors' backs. Looks like we do.
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State of Emergency Declared in Response to Flash Flooding Across Missouri
Governor Mike Kehoe declared a State of Emergency for central, south-central, and southeastern Missouri following severe flash flooding across the region. The declaration activates the state's emergency response plan to assist affected communities.
OBFD Rescues Older Man Who Fell into the Water
Osage Beach firefighters pulled an elderly man from the water Saturday morning after he fell into the main channel near Apple Blossom Circle. The rescue operation along Dude Ranch Road concluded without serious incident.
Lake Regional Announces Weekend Express Care in Osage Beach
Lake Regional Health System opened a weekend-only express care clinic in Osage Beach to provide walk-in treatment services. The new facility operates at the Lake Regional Clinic on Medical Park Drive.
The Lake Ozark Board of Aldermen meets Tuesday with a full agenda that includes a proposed nighttime curfew for the downtown business district and discussion of the Shoreland demolition. The meeting will address several development and safety issues facing the city.
More Storms – More Damage – More Outages
Severe storms swept through the lake area again, leaving widespread damage including uprooted trees and roof damage, along with numerous power outages. Residents across the region continue cleanup efforts from the latest weather system.
Push To Get Another Casino On The Upcoming Election Ballot Fails Across Missouri
A proposed constitutional amendment to authorize a new casino license failed to make Missouri's upcoming general election ballot. The measure, which would have potentially brought gaming to the lake region, did not secure enough support for placement.
All Public Beaches Open Across The Lake Region This Weekend
The Department of Natural Resources cleared all state park beaches across the lake region for swimming and water activities this weekend despite forecasted rain. Public beaches including PB-1 remain open for recreational use.
Tubing Accident Injures Four People On Table Rock
Four people were injured Thursday afternoon in a tubing accident on Table Rock Lake when a sudden left turn by the towing boat caused the tube to flip. The highway patrol is investigating the incident in Taney County.
Damage Assessments Begin For July 4th Storms – Residents Should Submit Info To CC EMA Office
County emergency management is urging residents and businesses to document storm damage from the July 4th weather event and submit reports to the county EMA office. Damage assessments are underway to determine the full impact of the storms.
Tornado Causes Damage In Rolla
An EF-0 tornado touched down in Rolla Thursday night near Homelife Plaza and traveled just under a mile before dissipating. The National Weather Service confirmed the tornado caused damage along its brief path through the city.
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