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CAROL STREAM, Ill. (WLS) — Thousands in the west suburbs were without power Friday after a communication tower fell on some power lines, ComEd said.
The tower fell near Schmale and St. Charles roads in Carol Stream about 11 a.m., and over 25,000 customers in Wheaton, Carol Stream, Winfield and Hanover Park are without power, a spokesperson said.
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ComEd said power has since been restored for the affected customers.
“We are committed to providing safe, reliable energy to all customers, and will work until all affected customers are back in service,” ComEd said.
Visit ComEd.com to track outages.
Friday is a sweltering day, with highs in the 90s and heat index values approaching 100 degrees.
Carol Stream shared cooling center locations and tips to stay cool:
– Fountain View Recreation Center, 910 N. Gary Ave., open until 10 p.m.
– Outreach Community Center, 345 S. President St., open until 6 p.m.
– Carol Stream Village Hall, 500 N. Gary Ave., open until 10 p.m.
– Carol Stream Public Library, 616 Hiawatha Drive, open until 6 p.m.
– Keep blinds and curtains closed to block sunlight.
– Stay on the lowest floor of your home, where it’s cooler.
– Wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing.
– Drink plenty of water and avoid alcohol or caffeine.
– Use battery-powered fans if available.
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