HARRISBURG, Ill. -- Emergency crews are working to assess the damage after strong storms hit Southern Illinois, downing power lines and leaving thousands of electric customers without power.
WSIU Radio reports that authorities in Saline County are asking residents to stay off the streets while emergency workers deal with the storm's aftermath. There are reports of damage in Harrisburg, and the school superintendent there has canceled classes Wednesday.
Ameren Illinois reports that service is out to about 13,000 customers, including more than 6,000 in Saline County.
Harrisburg is about 110 miles southeast of St. Louis. - http://goo.gl/VVNF7
