Just talked to my Dad who lives just west of 55 by Lake Springfield and the powerplant, he is in their closet right now with no power.
Sorry - EAST of 55 (not west)
My prayers for your Dad, that all will be well. Scarey stuff, I've been thru one and no thanks, don't want to do it again.
Prayers in fact for everyone in this bad weather system tonight.
susie
Hope all is well