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Thunderstorm winds blew down numerous large tree limbs and power lines across northern Adams County. On far northeast side of Quincy a two foot diameter tree was blown over damaging three vehicles parked near it.
Thunderstorm winds blew down numerous power lines across northern portions of Adams County. Also, just west of Camp Point several large tree limbs were blown down.
An intense bow echo moved through blown down several trees, tree limbs and power lines in Loraine.
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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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Loraine, Illinois
| City | Loraine |
| County | Adams |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 62349 |
Widespread wind damage extending from 2 miles northwest of Loraine to between Golden and Camp Point. Many trees, as well as tree limbs were blown down in Loraine, Golden and Camp Point. In Golden, a tree fell onto a house causing moderate roof damage. Also, numerous power lines and a couple of power poles were blown down. No injuries were reported.