Fenton, High Ridge Escape Significant Storm Damage

There might have been tree limbs, trash cans and patio furniture blown around the neighborhoods in Fenton and High Ridge, but officials said there was no significant damage from the strong tornadic winds Sunday night that passed through the area.

"Not a whole lot of problems," said Fenton Police Officer Aaron Dilks. "Only minor stuff really."

A few portable sheds from a display at the Lowe's Home Improvement store at Fenton's Gravois Bluffs were blown over a row of hedges and tumbled partly down a long embankment next to Highway 141.

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Depatrtment also said the High Ridge are escaped much of the storm's wrath, indicating there was little damage reported except for some power outages.

Ameren’s website reported that about 1,600 Jefferson County residents and 17,700 homes in St. Louis were without power as of 9 a.m. Monday. A powerful line of storms with 65 mph winds and heavy rain moved through the area Sunday night, according to the National Weather Service.

Ameren spokesperson Rita Holmes-Bobo said residents should report any broken utility poles or power lines to 1-800-552-7583 immediately.

“Always assume the lines are energized and remain indoors if the area is wet,” Holmes-Bobo said.

Elderly residents and people with disabilities should find a neighbor or family member who can help them until power is restored, she said.

Some information for this story was provided by Michael de los Reyes.