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August 10, 2020 - Thunderstorm Wind

Widespread straight-line winds that produced extensive damage were reported throughout Rock Island County, associated with a derecho. These winds lasted around an hour in total, even though the initial line of storms moved out fast. Damaging straight-line winds continued and were associated with the rear inflow jet. Maximum wind speeds were reported up to 80 mph These estimates were determined based off damage surveys and photos submitted through social media. These strong winds extensively damaged most trees, crops, and a few structures in their path. Prolonged power outages resulted from this storm damage.

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Four years after Hurricane Florence, $3.1M tackles flood mitigation region-wide | Port City Daily

SOUTHEASTERN N.C. — The greater Wilmington region raked up a fifth of state funding earmarked to improve roadways affected by flooding. Tuesday…

Nov 15, 2022

Melrose Park voting site closed due to power outage | khou.com

A City of Houston employee was electrocuted while working at the park, causing the outage, officials say.

Nov 8, 2022

Edwardsville under boil order until further notice

A boil order for Edwardsville was issued Friday after a brief power outage at a nearby...

Oct 22, 2022

St. Louis soccer stadium still not at full power after flood. Fix will cost millions.

St. Louis' new soccer stadium is still not operating on full power nearly two months after a broken electrical pipe and a rainstorm postponed the inaugural game at Centene Stadium.

Oct 22, 2022

Pole struck in Calumet County prompts power outage | WFRV Open Navigation Close Navigation

Calumet County Emergency Management has notified the public of a power outage in the City of New Holstein.

Oct 4, 2022

Power restored for more than 3,000 in Albuquerque Open Navigation Close Navigation

PNM's website appears to be currently down, and there is no way to view the outage map. However, their Twitter said the following areas are included in the outage: La Orilla Northwest (North), Duerksen Road Northwest (South), Winterhaven Road Northwest (East), and Unser Boulevard (West).

Oct 2, 2022

Large power outage reported in southeast Evansville | Indiana | wevv.com

According to CenterPoint Energy's outage map, approximately 2,300 customers are currently being affected by the outage.

Sep 30, 2022

Ameren prepares for ‘all situations' to keep the lights on

Ameren hosted an emergency preparedness open house on Tuesday, giving area emergency responders and other city representatives a behind-the-scenes look at its crisis response operations.

Sep 27, 2022

Power outages and problems accessing fuel force Puerto Rico grocery stores to close | NPR Illinois

A growing number of businesses are temporarily closing across the island as power outages caused by Hurricane Fiona drag on, sparking concern about the availability of fuel and basic goods.

Sep 23, 2022

Power restored to CWLP customers after pole on fire | WRSP

City Water, Light and Power crews are responding to a power outage affecting over 1,400 customers served by our Eastdale substation.

Sep 20, 2022

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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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Illinois City, Illinois

City Illinois City
County Rock Island
State Illinois (IL)
Country United States
Zip Codes 61259

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