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Severe Thunderstorm Causes Widespread Power Outages in Central Illinois

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Severe Thunderstorm Causes Widespread Power Outages in Central Illinois
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Central Illinois is experiencing storm damage and power outages due to severe weather. Over 30,000 customers are affected by power outages in Springfield, while Champaign's Willard Airport sustained roof damage and a power failure. The Urbana Park District has canceled events, and the Sangamon Mass Transit District has suspended service due to street damage. Multiple semis have rolled over on I-57, causing traffic diversions, and downed power lines are blocking lanes on Interstate 55.

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  1. Storm damage and power outages across Central IL amid severe weather  WAND
  2. Power outages reported in Central Illinois  CIProud.com
  3. CWLP responding to power outages affecting over 30000 45% of city  newschannel20.com
  4. Straight line winds cause damage in Springfield, 30000 CWLP customers without power  The State Journal-Register
  5. Jacksonville area hit by sudden, intensive thunderstorm  Jacksonville Journal-Courier
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