ComEd Command Center Offers Water, Charging Stations To Romeoville Residents

ROMEOVILLE, IL — With more than 3,000 residents still without power after Sunday afternoon's storm, ComEd set up a command post Monday morning at Edward Hospital Athletic & Event Center, 55 Phelps Ave. in Romeoville. Village officials said residents can get water and ice at the center, and use charging stations for their mobile devices.

Officials said Romeoville Public Works crews continue storm cleanup efforts, including picking up downed tree limbs and branches. The village urged residents to use a professional service to clean up damaged trees when possible.

"Please keep brush and branches between three and eight feet in length," officials said in a news release. "Brush must be stacked on the parkway in front of the home with the cut ends toward the street. Due to volume, we ask for your patience as crews work diligently to remove debris. This may take several days."

Residents in need of shelter can go to the Romeoville Recreation Center, 900 W. Romeo Rd., Fire Station #3, 698 Birch Dr. and Edward Hospital Athletic and Event Center at 55 Phelps Ave. If shelter is needed after 9:30 p.m. Monday through Friday or after 5 p.m. on the weekends, residents should contact the Romeoville Police Department at (815) 886-7219.

Storm-related repairs

The village also reminded residents that permits are required for most storm-related home improvements and repairs.

"For a list of licensed contractors, please visit www.romeoville.org. All fees associated with storm repair will be waived," the village said. "During these times, we often see numerous contractors soliciting throughout the community. All solicitors are required to have a permit with them. A list of permitted solicitors can also be found on the website."

Outage updates

To report power outages or downed wires, residents who are already subscribed to ComEd outage alerts should text OUT to 26633 (COMED). Customers can also report outages and wires by calling 1-800-EDISON-1.

To stay informed about estimated restoration times, visit ComEd at www.comed.com or click here.