Significant power outages across Springfield after high winds; storm, flood risk remain
Springfield and surrounding areas appeared to be suffering significant power outages again following an early evening storm Sunday, June 29, that brought high winds that downed trees and power lines.
A severe thunderstorm watch and flood advisory remained active in the area in the wake of high winds that struck about 5 p.m. City Utilities reported on its Facebook page that power outages were causing technical difficulties with its outage map, but at about 6:15 p.m. the map briefly was working again, showing more than 10,600 customers without power, stretching across the utility's coverage area.
More: See outages in Greene County and surrounding areas of the Ozarks
Anyone affected is asked to report outages by calling 888-863-9001.
In addition, be careful to avoid any downed power lines and trees that could conceal downed wires.
This article originally appeared on Springfield News-Leader: Significant power outages across Springfield in wake of high winds
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