Tornado-Warned Storms Cause Damage in Ottawa and Hillsdale Lake

News Chopper 9 surveys the aftermath as crews begin assessing the impact.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 11:55am

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A sweeping, atmospheric landscape painting in muted tones of grey, blue, and green, depicting a tornado-ravaged countryside shrouded in heavy storm clouds and dramatic lighting, conveying the overwhelming power of the natural disaster.Aerial footage captures the aftermath of a tornado-warned storm system that caused widespread damage in the Ottawa, Kansas area and at nearby Hillsdale Lake.Hillsdale Today

Severe storms that prompted tornado warnings on Monday night have left widespread damage in the Ottawa, Kansas area and at Hillsdale Lake. News Chopper 9 is surveying the aftermath, with crews starting their assessment in Ottawa before moving to the Hillsdale Lake region.

Why it matters

Tornado-warned storms can cause significant destruction to homes, businesses, and infrastructure. Damage surveys are crucial to understanding the full impact of these events and determining the appropriate emergency response and recovery efforts.

The details

The storms that moved through the area late Monday night produced tornado warnings, leading to widespread damage in Ottawa and at nearby Hillsdale Lake. News Chopper 9 is capturing aerial footage of the aftermath as crews begin assessing the situation on the ground.

  • The tornado-warned storms passed through the area late Monday night.

The players

News Chopper 9

A news helicopter operated by KMBC-TV to provide aerial coverage of news events in the Kansas City region.

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What’s next

Damage surveys will continue in Ottawa and Hillsdale Lake to determine the full extent of the destruction caused by the tornado-warned storms.

The takeaway

Severe weather can strike at any time, underscoring the importance of being prepared and heeding tornado warnings to protect lives and property.