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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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 |
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.