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Widespread damaging winds across the western portions of St. Charles County. Numerous trees, tree limbs and power lines were blown down. One large tree was blown down onto W. Meyer Road in Wentzville. Also, several trees were blown down near the intersection of Mexico Road and Belleau Creek Road, and the intersection of Highways K and N. A tree and power line were blown down over Highway DD near intersection with Highway 94.
A line of severe thunderstorms moved through Foristell and Wentzville. Several trees and power lines were blown down. Also, the goal posts at Progress Park on northeast side of Wentzville were blown over.
Lightning hit a tree and transferred to power lines causing some electrical damage. Two people were injured by the lightning strike and one had to be briefly hospitalized.
The 4th tornado spawned by the Heavy Precipitation Supercell that crossed central and eastern Missouri formed just east of Foristell and traveled 4 miles to just west of Wentzville. The tornado formed along the outer road of Interstate 70 where it destroyed a garage and blew a tractor-trailer onto some railroad tracks. The tornado caused minor damage to 3 homes, an automotive repair shop and a restaurant. Several trees and power poles were snapped along the path.
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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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Foristell, Missouri
| City | Foristell |
| County | St. Charles |
| State | Missouri (MO) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 63348 |
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