The National Weather Service says straight-line winds, not a tornado, caused millions of dollars in damage at Johnson County Executive Airport in Olathe, Kansas, last week. It estimated winds of up to 85 mph were responsible for the damage or destruction of up to nine hangars and 45 aircraft, along with other property. The wind burst was associated with a storm system that surprised officials on the evening of March 6. No warnings had been issued because no tornadoes were seen. More photos below.
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