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Roodhouse Power Outages Caused by Weather
Events
September 25, 2007 - Thunderstorm Wind
A line of severe storms moved through Greene county. Several power lines and trees were blown down between East Hardin and Roodhouse.
East Hardin - Roodhouse
May 31, 2004 - Thunderstorm Wind
Local law enforcement reported power lines down in Roodhouse.
Roodhouse - Roodhouse
September 11, 2000 - Thunderstorm Wind
Roodhouse Police reported trees and power lines down.
Roodhouse - Roodhouse
News
Early Morning Storms Damage Buildings, Trees, Knock Out Power Throughout the Area – WLDS
Your source for news and information in West Central Illinois. WLDS/WEAI Radio in Jacksonville, Illinois.
Sep 19, 2022
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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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Roodhouse, Illinois
| City | Roodhouse |
| County | Greene |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 62082 |
Numerous tree limbs and a couple of power lines were blown down in Roodhouse and areas just to the east of Roodhouse.