Storm Related Power Outage 
Press Release
Date: November 17, 2013
Contact: Cmdr. Dan Dziewior
100 West Woodstock Street
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
(815) 356-3793
Crystal Lake Storm Impact
The City of Crystal Lake experienced damage caused by a strong thunderstorm that moved through the region mid-day today. Primarily damage consisted of numerous trees and utility lines blown down by strong winds. Downed trees and power lines blocked several streets in the City, including IL. Rt. 176 between US Rt.14 and Oak Street on the north side of the City.
Emergency crews from the Fire Rescue, Public Works, and Police Departments responded to dozens of calls for service between roughly 1:00 pm and 2:00 PM, which included 19 reports of wires down. There were no reported injuries or fatalities related to this storm.
Com Ed reports that at this time roughly 1,722 customers are without electrical power. ComEd crews are in the area and are engaged in restoring power to those affected.
Crystal Lake residents are encouraged to report power outages and downed lines directly to Com Ed at 1-800-EDISON1 (1-800-334-7661). Spanish speaking customers should call 1-800-95 LUCES (1-800-955-8237)
Anyone encountering a downed power line is urged to stay away from it, and assume all lines are energized and extremely dangerous.
Address/Location
City of Crystal Lake
100 W Woodstock St
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 815-356-3620