Politics & Government

Crews Clearing Roads After Storm, Downed Power Lines Limit Traffic

The City of Wheaton asks that residents do not bring tree debris from private property to the curb for collection as the Public Works Department clears roads and parkways.

The City of Wheaton is working with ComEd to assess damage in the area after a , according to a press release from the City of Wheaton.

The Public Works Department is currently clearing roads and will be collecting branches and limbs from damaged parkway trees.

  • At this time, residents should not bring tree debris from private property to the curb for collection

Traffic is limited due to downed power lines on:

  • North Main Street
  • Manchester Road and
  • Harrison Avenue

The city encourages residents to avoid the streets with downed power lines, and reminds residents to stay away from the downed power lines, as they could be come live as power is restored.

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Wheaton’s is currently open on a limited basis and is running on reserve power. The City recommends that you postpone any regular business at City Hall if possible.

The National Weather Service forecasts hot and humid conditions throughout this week, with highs in the 90s or possibly reaching 100 degrees. The City asks you please use precautions during this extreme heat to avoid heat illness.

Currently the cooling center for this area is the Krasa Center at Benedictine University, which is located at 5700 College Road in Lisle. The City is looking to identify other locations.


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