Power restoration underway after Southern Illinois storm
Power crews work through Wednesday to restore service after Tuesday night storms caused widespread outages in Southeastern Illinois. At peak 83,000 Ameren customers were without power, 28,500 remained affected by Wednesday afternoon, with restoration expected to extend into Friday in some areas. Egyptian Electric, SEIEC and neighboring cooperatives coordinate crews from multiple states to repair downed lines and damaged infrastructure.
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Storms on the horizon prompt weather watch and planning
Forecaster warns of unsettled spring weather through the Easter weekend. Residents urged to keep weather radios ready, have a plan, and monitor conditions as intermittent storms threaten the region. Local awareness notes multiple weather checkups and a history reference.
Carbondale roof damaged by microburst storm
In Carbondale winds of 70 to 100 mph struck the Public Safety Center Tuesday night causing roof damage and debris on College Street. The center remains operational with a temporary roof cap planned. no injuries reported and tenants are being relocated. Public officials credited emergency response and insurance covers. the public unveiling is delayed. Nancy Cunningham, a local landlord, estimated at least one rental building on College Street may be totaled.
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Storm damage litters Southern Illinois with widespread destruction
The Tuesday night storm left Franklin, Jackson, Union and Perry counties with downed trees and power lines, damaged roofs, and several injuries. In Carbondale and Du Quoin, roofs blew off and a pool store roof collapsed while residents reported numerous 911 calls and widespread outages.
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