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Power restored in Cape Girardeau Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
A power outage affecting more than 2,000 customers was reported in downtown Cape Girardeau shortly after 10 a.m. on Friday, October 7.
Power outage causes school closure in Cairo Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
A power outage is to blame for canceling classes for some students in Cairo on Monday, September 12.
Missoula Windstorm Knocks Out Power to Over 2,700 Homes
Crews responded immediately and most of those customers had service by 6:10 p.m.
Power outages reported in the Heartland Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
Utility companies in southeast Missouri and southern Illinois report hundreds were without power Thursday morning.
Thousands without power in the Heartland; storm damage reported Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
Thousands of customers are without power as storms pushed through the Heartland Friday morning.
Farm truck hit utility pole, left some in southern Ill. without power Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
Some Southern Illinois Electric Co-op customers should expect a short power outage this evening.
Federal Grid Operator concerned over power outages ahead of Summer Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn
The nation’s power grid is under stress like never before. And that could lead to potential periodic power outages in Missouri and Illinois.
Power outages throughout weekend at Batavia assisted living facility prompts residents to leave – Shaw Local
Batavia Public Works Director Gary Holm said the problem at The Landings, 2450 W. Fabyan Parkway, was with the facility’s internal electrical system, not with the city’s electric department.
Much of the U.S. could see power blackouts this summer, a grid assessment reveals | NPR Illinois
A grid reliability report says power outages are likely in parts of the Midwest, California and Texas. The Western drought and a mismatch between supply and peak summer demand are some reasons why.
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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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Laura, Illinois
| City | Laura |
| County | Peoria |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 61451 |