Power Outage in New Bedford, IL

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Ameren Illinois
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ComEd
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Corn Belt Energy
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Princeton Electric Department
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New Bedford Power Outages Caused by Weather

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March 31, 2023 - Tornado

This tornado began just south of Illinois highway 92 in northwest Bureau county in the NWS Quad Cities county warning area. It then moved into far southeast Whiteside county, near the intersection of Osage Road and 1050 St E. The tornado tracked for 2 miles in Whiteside County, before moving into Lee County, about a half mile south of the Green River. This tornado would continue for 6 additional miles into southwest Lee County (see NWS Chicago StormData). The damage from this tornado included numerous heavily damaged outbuildings, several snapped power poles, and dozens of trees. The worst damage was to a large farmstead outbuilding on the Whiteside and Bureau County border area, with the roof and two of the four walls destroyed and debris slung well into a field. Peak winds with this tornado were estimated at 110 mph. The tornado was rated EF1 in Bureau and Whiteside Counties.

New Bedford - Normandy
March 31, 2023 - Thunderstorm Wind

This survey was completed by the NWS in Chicago. Two power poles were snapped at this location.

New Bedford - New Bedford
June 12, 2010 - Thunderstorm Wind

Winds estimated to be 60 mph blew down some power lines about 1 mile south of New Bedford, IL around 829 am June 12. In addition, a chimney covering was blown off a newer home and some branches were blown down.

New Bedford - New Bedford

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New Bedford has a special connection to hurricane-ravaged Fort Myers, Florida, where New Bedford Day is celebrated each March.

Oct 3, 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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New Bedford, Illinois

City New Bedford
County Bureau
State Illinois (IL)
Country United States
Zip Codes 61346

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