One of Nebraskaâs most frightening weather disasters struck on Oct. 3, 2013. A set of tornadoes rampaged across the stateâs northeast region, obliterating homes and businesses. One twisterâs fury intensified to EF-4 status, unleashing winds that lashed out at 170 mph. No one was killed, but people suffered injuries, and property damage was extensive. The town of Wayne suffered an especially devastating blow from the EF-4. At the Wayne Municipal Airport, a new terminal building and hangar were only days away from opening, but the tornado showed no mercy. It blasted the entire complex. Winds destroyed or heavily damaged six hangars, an office building and 15 private planes. The airportâs rotating beacon was left a shambles. So was an important weather observation station.