Power pole catches fire, causes temporary outage in Philo
Up next
Author
Tags
Share this @internewscast.com
FacebookXRedditPinterest


CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Early Wednesday morning, a fire engulfed a power pole in a Champaign County neighborhood, leaving over 250 residents without electricity.

Firefighters from the Philo Fire Protection District were called to the scene near 1000N and 1800E in Philo at approximately 5:30 a.m. Upon their arrival, they discovered that the burning pole was actually positioned just east of 1000N and 1700E.
You May Also Like
‘Young hoodlums:’ Gang of boys caught playing ‘real-life Frogger’ in Central Florida, sheriff says

Florida Sheriff’s Warning: Teenage Boys Risk Lives in Dangerous ‘Real-Life Frogger’ Stunt

In Flagler County, Florida, the local Sheriff’s Office has turned to social…
Man drives into Brevard County canal with ex in car, deputies say

Shocking Incident: Man Drives into Brevard County Canal with Ex-Partner, Authorities Report

MERRITT ISLAND, Fla. – John Lucas appeared visibly distraught upon learning that…
Japanese town sours on the crowds coming to see cherry blossoms and Mount Fuji

Why This Japanese Town Is Rethinking Its Cherry Blossom and Mount Fuji Tourism Boom

FUJIYOSHIDA – A captivating photograph sparked an unexpected issue. Social media platforms…

Sullivan County Mayoral Showdown: Key Insights & Highlights from the Pre-Election Forum

BRISTOL, Tenn. — In a spirited forum held on Wednesday evening, the…

Game Changer: TN Bill Proposes Private School Athletes Joining Public School Teams

Students from private schools may soon have the opportunity to showcase their…

Carter County Resident Faces Multiple Animal Cruelty Charges

A woman from Carter County is under scrutiny after being charged with…
Turkey detains 9 over attack outside the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul

Turkey Arrests 9 Suspects Linked to Attack at Israeli Consulate in Istanbul: Security Measures Tightened

ISTANBUL – In a significant development, Turkish authorities have apprehended nine individuals…

Lady Vol Basketball Secures First Recruit from Transfer Portal

In Knoxville, Tennessee, the Lady Vols basketball team is making waves with…
Era of political violence means higher costs for candidate security, a new report says

Rising Political Tensions Drive Up Candidate Security Expenses, Report Finds

Over the past decade, spending on security for congressional and presidential campaigns…