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A tree was blown onto a roof in the 600 block of West Green Street in Newman. Power poles were snapped and powerlines were blown down at Gabe Street and North Howard Street.
Numerous tree branches and power lines were blown down in Newman.
A tree was blown onto a power line.
Numerous power poles and trees were blown down and a pole barn had its roof blown off.
A two-foot diameter tree limb and power lines were blown down on Lytle Street in Newman.
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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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Newman, Illinois
| City | Newman |
| County | Douglas |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 61942 |
Power is out in Newman and Gustine. Also no cell service in the area until just outside of Patterson.