Severe thunderstorms, overnight flooding possible on Wednesday in Kansas City. The weather alert day is moving forward into the evening of the day due to a potentially severe weather event. Severe thunderstorm warnings are expected for the afternoon and evening of Wednesday, potentially leading to severe weather conditions. The National Weather Service will monitor for an over-night flooding threat and a possible TORNADO THREAT. Use our free KMBC9 news app to receive alerts and receive weather warnings. The threat of severe weather could increase as temperatures rise throughout the day, but it is expected to remain high throughout the week. The next few days will be colder and colder.