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Numerous trees and power lines were blown down across Franklin County, including Benton and West Frankfort. At least a couple of trees were uprooted. About 4,000 utility customers were without power. Several trees were down throughout the community of Benton. Large branches were also snapped. A large tree was down across a secondary road near Plumfield.
There were several reports of power outages caused by lightning.
A large tree was blown down. with isolated power outages reported.
A few trees were blown down. Two of the trees took down power lines.
In Benton, about one-quarter of the roof of an apartment complex was lifted off. There was extensive rainwater damage to an apartment. At least a dozen trees and power lines were blown down throughout Benton. Three trees fell on power lines or across roadways. Power was restored to most customers within 12 hours. In West Frankfort, numerous trees and limbs were down. A few streets were blocked.
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A power outage affecting more than 2,000 customers was reported in downtown Cape Girardeau shortly after 10 a.m. on Friday, October 7.
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Incarnate Word overcame a lengthy, pregame lightning delay and an in-game power outage to beat Southern Illinois, 64-29, in the season opener for both teams on Saturday night.
Power outages reported in the Heartland Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
Utility companies in southeast Missouri and southern Illinois report hundreds were without power Thursday morning.
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Summer 2022 could be even more long and hot with the risk of planned power outages across the state on days with peak energy demand.
Thousands without power in the Heartland; storm damage reported Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
Thousands of customers are without power as storms pushed through the Heartland Friday morning.
Iowa tornado: 6 of 7 killed ID'd; Chicago wind, thunderstorm causes damage, ComEd power outages overnight - ABC7 Chicago
Six of seven people killed in an Iowa tornado have been identified. A thunderstorm caused damage and ComEd power outages overnight in Chicago.
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Storm, which unloaded heavy snow and ice from New Mexico to Maine, snarled traffic and cancelled thousands of flights.
Tracking power outages in the Local 6 area | News | WPSD Local 6
WPSD Local 6 is tracking power outages across the area.
Ameren Illinois working on power outage near Benton | News | wsiltv.com
Ameren Illinois customers new Benton, IL are without power after a power pole issue at Bowling Alley Rd and Bunny Hop Rd.
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Power Outage FAQs
What is Power Outage?
Power outage (also called a power cut, a power blackout, power failure or a blackout) is a short-term or a long-term loss of the electric power to a particular area.
What Causes Power Outages?
- Severe weather (high winds, lightning, winter storms, heat waves, rain or flooding can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
- Other damage to electric transmission lines (vehicle accidents, trees, and animals can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
- Repairing, maintenance or upgrades on power lines and equipment.
What are the Top Outage Safety Tips?
- Stay away from the downed power lines, park vehicles in protected areas;
- Unplug appliances and electronics, limit cell phone use to conserve battery life;
- Use portable generators outdoors only, well away from open windows and doors;
- Pack perishable foods into a cooler, keep refrigerator and freezer doors shut as much as possible.
Benton, Illinois
| City | Benton |
| County | Franklin |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 62812 |
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