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Numerous observers measured between 0.25 and 0.30 ice across Marshall County. The heavy ice accumulation snapped many tree branches, caused scattered power outages, and created slick and hazardous travel conditions.
Westerly winds increased to around 40mph with gusts of 50-60mph. Numerous large tree limbs and power lines were blown down. In addition, two semi trailers were blown over on I-39 near Wenona in northeast Marshall County.
A 2-story barn was destroyed, a cob shed was blown down, and a 4-foot diameter tree was snapped. Several power poles and power lines were blown down as well.
Weather observers across Marshall County reported ice accumulations of around 0.25. This amount of ice combined with winds gusting as high as 40 to 50 mph caused extensive damage to trees, power poles, and power lines. Several homes were damaged by falling trees and tree branches. About 10,000 people lost power for up to 4 days after the storm.
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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.
Henry, Illinois
| City | Henry |
| County | Marshall |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 61537 |
Several 3-inch diameter tree limbs were blown down, some of which knocked downed power lines.