A spokesperson for Ameren Illinois just spoke on-air with the Miller Media Group radio stations, and told our Danny Russell that power in many areas of Taylorville is out due to distribution lines in the city being down.

She urged people to stay in their homes, and report any power our gas outages to call Ameren at 800-755-5000.

She added that the number of trees blocking roads, has been an hinderance to crews to get to the damaged lines.