SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (Edited News Release/KY3) – Utilities across the Ozarks are working to restore power to thousands following Sunday’s storms.
As of 8:30 p.m. on Monday,
Springfield City Utilities
says approximately 5,000 customers are without power across Greene County. The peak outages topped 37,000 customers on Sunday.
Customers should report outages by calling 888-863-9001, even if they believe CU is already aware. To report downed power lines, call 417-863-9000. For other storm-related damage, contact the Greene County Public Information Call Center at 417-829-6200.
Due to extensive damage, some outages may last days. City Utilities said that they also sustained damage to their infrastructure and are currently assessing the impact.
CU states that significant damage should be restored by Thursday, July 3.
As of 8:30 p.m. on Monday, outage numbers are:
• City Utilities: 5,000 customers affected
• Liberty Electric: 80 customers affected
• Ozark Electric: 4,023 customers affected
• Webster Electric: 64 customers affected
• Southwest Electric: 19 customers affected
CU is also receiving reports of natural gas odors and possible leaks. If you smell gas or suspect a gas leak, leave the area immediately and call 911 or City Utilities at (417) 863-9000. Do not use electrical switches, phones, or anything that could create a spark.
Debris Management
The Office of Emergency Management teams are actively assessing damage, and non-governmental organizations like Convoy of Hope are deploying chainsaw crews for debris removal.
There has been a report of debris in the northwest part of Greene County. The Ash Grove Mayor reports several power poles down there.
Springfield Public Works Street Operations and Arborist crews have been working throughout the night to address public safety and roadway clearing needs. Out of 93 of the service requests received as of 6 a.m., 66 have been cleared from the streets. 22 locations involve downed powerlines and crews are coordinating closely with City Utilities to make safe and clear as quickly as possible.
As of 9 a.m., four City-managed intersections remain dark due to power outages, with 4 additional intersections operating via generator or internal battery backups. Please remember to treat dark or flashing traffic lights as four-way stops and utilize caution.
Mass Care and Cooling Centers
Mass care needs are being monitored throughout the day. With power restoration progressing and temperatures expected to remain below 90°, cooling centers are not anticipated to be needed today.
Springfield Park Board
Park Board operations crews are currently assessing storm damage in parks, which appears to be mostly south of Grand Street. Ray Kelley Park has significant tree damage. Limbs are down at Sequiota and Phelps Grove Park. The Park Board advises the public to stay away from downed limbs, trees, or power lines, and use caution on the greenway trails, which may have debris or mud on the trails.
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