Friday morning’s storm caused damage in the Staunton area. According to information from Macoupin County Emergency Services Director Jim Pitchford, wind caused a sign to blow off the Dairy Queen restaurant near Interstate 55.

Additionally, Friday morning’s high winds caused power outages, tore shingles from roofs and scattered tree limbs throughout the Staunton area. Staunton Police Chief Bob Mertz ordered the storm warning siren sounded at 9:11 a.m.

Power company personnel worked throughout the day to restore power lines. Classes in the local schools remained in session as normal.