Farmington Responds to Winter Storm with Power Restorations, Road Clearing, and Warming Shelters

Farmington, Mo. (KFMO) - The City of Farmington Public Works Department is working diligently to address the aftermath of the winter storm that swept through the area over the weekend. Crews are focusing on restoring power and clearing roads, though hazardous conditions have made progress more challenging than usual.

Power Restoration Efforts

Farmington City Light & Water crews are actively working to restore power, but repairs may take longer than normal due to the dangerous conditions. Customers experiencing outages or spotting downed power lines are encouraged to report them by calling the City Light & Water Office at 573-756-2620 during business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) or 573-431-3131 after hours.

Residents are reminded to leave a detailed message, including their full address, to ensure efficient response. The after-hours number is strictly for reporting outages and does not provide restoration estimates. Customers are discouraged from reporting outages via Facebook, as it is not monitored continuously.

Road Clearing Operations

City street crews are working around the clock to clear roads. However, the mixture of ice and snow has made full removal difficult. Even after plowing and treatment, roads may remain partially covered until temperatures rise or sunlight melts the remaining accumulation. Residents are advised to avoid driving unless necessary and to exercise caution on cleared roads, which can still be slick.

Tree Limb Pickup

The city anticipates scheduling a tree limb pickup later this month to address storm debris. Details will be announced once finalized.

Warming Shelters Available

To assist residents affected by the storm, the following warming shelters are available in Farmington:

Farmington City Hall: 110 W Columbia St, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Monday – Friday)

Development Services/City Light & Water: 101 S Jefferson St, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Monday – Friday)

Farmington Civic Center: 2 Black Knight Dr

5:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. (Monday – Friday)

7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Saturday)

8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Sunday)

Farmington Public Library: 101 N A St, Closed January 6, 2025

10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. (Monday – Thursday)

10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Friday)

10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Saturday)

Farmington Police Department: 310 Ste. Genevieve Ave, Open 24/7

Farmington Fire Department: 222 E Columbia St, Open 24/7

Residents needing a warming shelter can visit these locations during normal business hours. For after-hours assistance or for shelter options elsewhere in St. Francois County, residents can contact Central Dispatch at 573-431-3131.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact Farmington City Hall at 573-756-1701.