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A tree limb was blown down on a residential power line in the 1700 block of Linden Street.
Numerous trees, tree limbs, utility poles and power lines were blown down. A transformer was completely blown off a utility pole. A large tree fell onto a house on Oakwood Street but only caused damage to the gutters. Damage was also reported to netting and fencing at a golf course.
Trees and limbs were blown down. A woman lost control of her car due to falling power lines and limbs and crashed into a house. Winds blew down twenty eight 80 foot tall power poles on Touhy Avenue.
Extensive tree damage city wide. Damage to cars, roofs, and fences. Powerlines also blown down.
News
4K Lose Power From Storm In Mount Prospect Area: ComEd | Arlington Heights, IL Patch
4K Lose Power From Storm In Mount Prospect Area: ComEd - Arlington Heights, IL - A severe thunderstorm warning was in effect for the area Monday afternoon and early evening, according to the National Weather Service.
Sunday Night Storm Knocks Out Power To 300 In Niles; Downs Trees - Journal & Topics Media Group
Niles Public Works Forestry Division employee Rob Habel uses a chain saw to cut a tree to size so it can be put in a wood chipper after strong winds from storms Sunday night knocked down limbs and entire trees. (Niles Public Works photo submitted) A powerful storm with sustained winds of about 40 mph
Mega Millions drawing: Illinois Speedway gas station that sold winning ticket in line for big commission
Where was the Mega Millions ticket sold? A Speedway location in Des Plaines, Illinois.
Chicago weather update: Tornadoes confirmed in Crest Hill, Joliet and Naperville; more severe storms possible - ABC7 Chicago
The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado in Joliet and Naperville. Heavy damage was reported and more Chicago area severe weather is possible.
‘Supercell’ Aftermath: Storm Produces High Winds, Tornado Warning; Lightning Strikes Home In DP - Journal & Topics Media Group
Firefighters remain on scene on Grove Avenue just north of Rand on Monday night, June 13, 2022 after a "supercell" storm swept through the area and lightning struck the home on the right. The strike sparked an attic fire. (George Almaraz/for the Journal) Firefighters battled a house fire in Des Plaines during the height of
Faulty AC, power outage shut down three metro region secretary of state facilities
The ongoing heat wave and storms Monday caused temporary closures of three metro region Illinois secretary of state facilities on Tuesday. Two reopen Wednesday.
Power Restored to More Than 100,000 ComEd Customers Following Severe Storms Amid Extreme Heat | Business Wire
Despite the challenge of working in extremely hot conditions, ComEd crews have restored power to more than 100,000 customers throughout its service ar
A Summer of Blackouts? | City Journal
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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.
Des Plaines, Illinois
| City | Des Plaines |
| County | Cook |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 60016, 60017, 60018, 60019 |
Multiple trees were blown down on Trailside Lane north of Ballard Road. A power line was also blown down.