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Storm brings power outages to QCA

By Sharon Wren,

2 hours ago

This morning’s storm has led to multiple power outages in the Quad Cities.

MidAmerican Energy’s Outage Map says there are 25,956 customers currently without power. The Iowa Quad Cities has 10,305 customers without power and the Illinois side has 13,269 customers without power.

https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1PxG1R_1EActiQh00 — (Ashleigh Johnston)

A power outage led to the Rock Island-Milan School District canceling classes for scholars at Rock Island Academy, Frances Williard Elementary and Rock Island High School.

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