Severe Storms Cause Thousands of Power Outages Across Michigan, Illinois, and Ontario

Multiple power outages have been reported across different regions in the United States and Canada due to severe weather and other causes currently under investigation. In Portage County, Ohio, over 1,500 customers experienced outages, mainly in Kent and Ravenna Township, with restoration expected by late morning. Southeast Saskatchewan communities, including Redvers and Antler, also faced outages as crews work to identify the cause and repair times. Central Illinois saw over 3,000 people without power after storms, with significant disruptions in Rochester, Macon County, Jacksonville, and Springfield where utility crews are actively restoring service. West Michigan counties along the lakeshore, including Ottawa and Allegan, reported thousands affected by outages from recent thunderstorms, with restoration anticipated early Sunday. Utility providers in all affected areas continue updates and efforts to resolve the outages as quickly as possible.