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Southern Illinois Elec Coop
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(800) 762-1400
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(877) 399-8405
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Goreville Power Outages Caused by Weather
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February 24, 2001 - Thunderstorm Wind
A transformer was damaged by wind on the north edge of Goreville, causing a power outage. At the Lake of Egypt Recreation Area, a tree was blown across the road.
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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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Goreville, Illinois
| City | Goreville |
| County | Johnson |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 62939 |
Widespread wind damage occurred around the county. Numerous trees and power lines were down, causing power outages. A tree landed on a home near Buncombe. Sheriff officials requested residents to stay off the roads due to the amount of tree damage.