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Carthage Power Outages Caused by Weather
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A 65 mph wind gust was recorded about 1 mile east southeast of Carthage, IL at 144 am CDT June 27. Some power line flashes were also observed on the east side of Carthage.
Law enforcement reported power poles snapped off and half of a barn roof blown off about 2 miles southeast of Carthage. Winds were estimated at 75 mph.
Wind gusts estimated to be 65 mph snapped the top of a tree off along Main Street in Carthage, IL around 800 pm July 27. The tree fell onto some power lines snapping one line and damaging a utility pole. Portions of some area corn fields just outside of town were also flattened.
Wind gusts estimated to be 70 mph blew down several trees and branches in Carthage, IL at 1:50 pm June 15. Power lines were also down.
Wind gusts estimated to be 70 mph blew down numerous large trees across the city of Carthage, IL at 1:50 pm June 15. Some of the trees were uprooted. A power outage was also observed.
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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.
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Carthage, Illinois
| City | Carthage |
| County | Hancock |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 62321 |
Power down at 4am in Defeated Creek area. 8.5 hours without power.
Power went out around 7:35pm. High winds are likely cause. No visible tree or line damages on property.