Grain Bin Collapse in Illinois
Dramatic video shows people running away as a concrete grain bin full of soybeans collapsed in Martinton, Illinois.
The collapse, which occurred on Wednesday, brought down power lines and sent sparks flying. Emergency crews had just cleared the area after a crack was spotted in the structure in Iroquois County.
- No one was hurt in the incident.
- Dozens of homes were left without power, officials said.
- The entire power line system must be rebuilt.
- There is no timeline yet for when electricity will be restored.
The incident occurred in Martinton, Illinois, about 65 miles south of Chicago.
Author's summary: Grain bin collapse in Illinois leaves dozens without power.