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Tree limbs and power lines were blown down in Elmhurst.
Winds were estimated between 60 and 75 mph across portions of east-central DuPage County causing numerous branches to fall and power outages. A large tree fell onto Route 53 approximately one mile north of Roosevelt Road blocking the northbound lane in Lombard. A 14 inch diameter tree fell onto a car near the intersection of Fordham Way and Longford Drive in Westmont. Also in Westmont, a neighborhood near 55th Street and Clarendon Hills Road had numerous 10 inch diameter or greater tree limbs blown down. A garage was heavily damaged by a falling tree in Elmhurst and a large tree was snapped off at its base on Berteau in Elmhurst.
Numerous trees, tree limbs and power lines were blown down in Elmhurst. Several trees were blown down onto cars causing damage, including a large tree that fell onto a car on Poplar Avenue.
Trees and power lines were blown down.
Numerous trees, tree limbs and power lines were blown down. A woman was seriously injured when a tree fell on her car on Prairie Avenue. Another tree fell on car, injuring the driver at York Street and St. Charles Road. A tree was blown down onto a city vehicle on Fairview, where the driver was injured. Two other people were injured when they entered their flooded basements.
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.
Outages Remain In La Grange Park: Village | La Grange, IL Patch
Outages Remain In La Grange Park: Village - La Grange, IL - The village said it is tracking ComEd's work in restoring power.
More Than 60K ComEd Customers Without Power Following Severe Storms – NBC Chicago
Tens of thousands of ComEd customers were left in the dark Monday evening as powerful storms roared through the Chicago area, damaging buildings, downing...
Comcast services restored after massive outage | WGN-TV Open Navigation Close Navigation Close Modal
CHICAGO — A massive Comcast outage impacted six states, including Illinois, Tuesday morning. The outage started around 7:30 a.m. and affected internet, TV and phones. As of 11 a.m., Comcast services was reported to be restored for impacted customers. A WGN employee said their school district sent text messages alerting parents that a Comcast outage […]
5,900 Elmhurst ComEd Customers Without Power | Elmhurst, IL Patch
5,900 Elmhurst ComEd Customers Without Power - Elmhurst, IL - For some time, the utility's outage map included no local outages.
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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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Elmhurst, Illinois
| City | Elmhurst |
| County | DuPage |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 60126 |
WHEN IS IT COMING ON
Power outrage, 264 N Maple since 3:45 Aug 10. Contact info 847 946 4830 Please text updates.
Power outrage, 264 N Maple since 3:45 Aug 10. Contact info 847 946 4830 Please text updates.
Reporting power outage since 3:45 Monday Aug. 10th Location 506 Spring ed Contact Info: 630-244-8235. Can receive text messages as well.