Power Outage in Colfax, IL

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Ameren Illinois
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Corn Belt Energy
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LG&E KU
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Otter Tail Power Company
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Kenergy
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Colfax Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

July 23, 2022 - Thunderstorm Wind

Significant tree damage in town. Numerous tree limbs down on cars, and two houses with trees through roof. Power lines also down. Large trees uprooted.

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September 7, 2021 - Thunderstorm Wind

A 2-foot diameter healthy tree was blown down near the intersection of Fifer Street and Hyatt Street. Several large tree limbs were blown onto power lines across town.

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July 13, 2016 - Thunderstorm Wind

Numerous trees and power lines were blown down in Colfax.

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August 5, 2008 - Thunderstorm Wind

Powerlines were blown down around Colfax, resulting in approximately 600 people losing power.

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June 22, 2006 - Thunderstorm Wind

A few trees and power lines were blown down.

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News

Sussex County and Morris County power outage after I-80 accident

80,000 customers were knocked out before crews started re-routing power to substations in Morris and Sussex counties.

Aug 9, 2022

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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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Colfax, Illinois

City Colfax
County McLean
State Illinois (IL)
Country United States
Zip Codes 61728

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