Power Outage in Golconda, IL

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SouthEastern Illinois Electric Cooperative Inc
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(877) 399-8405
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Southern Illinois Elec Coop
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(800) 762-1400
Xcel Energy
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Entergy
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(800) 968-8243 Report Online
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Otter Tail Power Company
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(800) 257-4044
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Golconda Power Outages Caused by Weather

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June 12, 2021 - Thunderstorm Wind

Wind damage was reported across southern and central Pope County, mainly from the Brownfield area to the Rosebud area. Some corn fields were blown down, and numerous tree limbs were down. Power outages were reported. One tree limb landed on a car in the Temple Hill area.

Brownfield - Rosebud
June 12, 2021 - Thunderstorm Wind

Wind damage was reported across southern and central Pope County, mainly from the Brownfield area to the Rosebud area. Some corn fields were blown down, and numerous tree limbs were down. Power outages were reported. One tree limb landed on a car in the Temple Hill area.

Brownfield - Rosebud
June 28, 2018 - Thunderstorm Wind

Widespread damaging winds occurred around the county. Numerous trees and power lines were down, causing power outages. Several trees blocked Highway 145 in northern parts of the county.

Delwood - Golconda
June 28, 2018 - Thunderstorm Wind

Widespread damaging winds occurred around the county. Numerous trees and power lines were down, causing power outages. Several trees blocked Highway 145 in northern parts of the county.

Delwood - Golconda
April 19, 2011 - Thunderstorm Wind

Near the intersection of Highways 147 and 145, the roof of a house was heavily damaged. A large portion of the shingles were stripped off, and seven large trees were snapped off or uprooted. One of the largest trees landed on the house. A machine shed used to store a camper was destroyed, along with a smaller shed. A few other houses in the area sustained relatively minor siding and shingle damage. There were numerous reports of downed tree limbs and power lines.

Glendale - Herod

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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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Golconda, Illinois

City Golconda
County Pope
State Illinois (IL)
Country United States
Zip Codes 62938

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