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Elwood, IL – The ExxonMobil refinery near Elwood experienced a power outage Monday night after severe storms brought down major power lines in the area. The outage led to flaring at the refinery, causing a noticeable odor in the vicinity.
According to the Village of Elwood, the storm caused significant damage, with power lines down across I-55 and other areas. The refinery’s operations were impacted, leading to the release of gases through flare stacks as a safety measure. Crews are working to restore power and control the odor. Residents are advised to stay indoors and avoid the area until the situation is resolved.
