Storm Update August 11

Lombard Public Works crews continue to clear debris from roads throughout Lombard. Early observations indicate that the area around downtown Lombard, Lombard Commons, and Madison Meadow Park (between Wilson Avenue and Greenfield Ave.) have received more damage than other areas.

Power Outage Update

As of 12:30 p.m., ComEd reports that 4,736 customers in Lombard are without power, due to 111 separate outages. ComEd crews are working throughout the Village to fix downed and broken lines. At this time, ComEd is not providing an estimated time of restoration. Residents can check the status of outages in Lombard on ComEd’s website.

ComEd has shared the following information on their Facebook page: Our current estimate is that all customers will be restored by 3PM on Saturday, August 15. We recommend customers take whatever steps they feel necessary to keep themselves and their families safe during this time.

Based upon ComEd protocols, restoration will be prioritized for high risk customers including hospitals, nursing homes, medical care facilities and multi-family units. The majority of Lombard’s residential outages affect single family homes, which may take second priority in this emergency situation.

Call 9-1-1 If You Require Assistance

Lombard Police, Fire, and Public Works are working to restore roadways and are addressing calls reporting damage. Residents should dial 9-1-1 if they encounter any downed power lines or smell gas, or have a situation that requires attention.

Debris Pick Up Information

The severity of the windstorm did meet the Village Response level in the Village’s Storm Debris Management Policy. Under the Village Response level, residents have 72 hours to place damaged limbs, trees, or bushes from both the parkway and private property, in the parkway for a free collection. All debris must be placed on the parkway no later than 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 13th in order to qualify for the free pick-up. Tree and vegetation material will be picked up and mulched. Non-tree items or trash is not part of the storm debris collection.
Debris placed on the parkway before Thursday at 4:30 p.m. does not have to be bundled or cut to any specific length. Material placed out after 72 hours (4:30 pm on Thursday, August 13th) must be disposed of in accordance with the Village of Lombard refuse contract, which requires material to be cut, bundled and stickered.
The Village is responsible for more than 19,100, trees. Trees planted on private property are the responsibility of the property owner. The Village will not enter private property. Village trees that are planted on the parkways that have fallen onto private property will be removed.

Structure and Electrical Damage

Lombard’s Building and Code Enforcement staff has inspected impacted homes and businesses. Most residential homes that were damaged, occurred light damage. There are some homes that sustained significant damage after having been struck by large fallen trees.
If you have received electrical damage at your home, you can choose to hire a private electrician to make repairs, so that your home is ready to be reconnected when ComEd arrives to connect the final portion. ComEd will not repair any equipment that is attached to your home. If this equipment is not already repaired when ComEd arrives, they may require the equipment to be repaired before restoring your power.
A general rule of thumb is that anything attached to your home is owned by the homeowner. If you sustained damage on any of those items, you should check with your insurance company.

Report Power Outages to ComEd

Residents should report power outages to ComEd at
1-800-edison1 or on their website.

ComEd's power outage map is a helpful resource in tracking power outages and updates.

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Village President Keith Giagnorio - Village Clerk Sharon Kuderna
Dan Whittington -- Anthony Puccio -- Reid Foltyniewicz -- Andrew Honig -- Dan Militello --
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