The Galion Line Department and Service Department are continuing to clean up the storm damage.

Electricity has been restored citywide. Crews are working to replace poles and reconnect secondary power lines that could not be addressed last night. At this point, 25 or less individual residences are without power. The Line Department expects most of those residences back on today.

If you see a power line knocked down, please do NOT go near the downed lines. Call the city at 419-468-1857 to report damage or possible live wires. You may also call this number if you are currently without power.

All streets are re-open but please use caution when driving. Barricades will temporarily be put up as crews work in areas with downed lines and debris. Currently Harding Way East (from Murray Street to First Avenue) is undergoing cleanup. East Walnut Street (from South Street to East Street) is closed due to low hanging electric wires.

The American Red Cross is assisting residents in the worst hit areas – 18 homes in total. Please call the agency at 419-989-7035 if you need temporary shelter or have other immediate needs.

Officials from the Crawford County Emergency Management Agency and National Weather Service are assessing the storm damage this morning. They will determine whether or not there was a tornado last evening.

Residents can sign up for weather and emergency alerts through Crawford Alerts by clicking the link below.