Severe thunderstorms struck Coles County yesterday, causing widespread damage including downed power lines, damaged gas lines and damage to buildings. The most severe of the storms struck in Mattoon in the area of Rural King at 4216 DeWitt Ave. The storm brought powerful straight line winds of up to 70-80 mph and damage from the storms has caused power outages across the city.
Wednesday Storms Cause Damage in Coles Co.
Mattoon, IL, USA / MyRadioLink.com
Jun 16, 2016 | 12:57 AM