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Barrow, Illinois
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 Barrow, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Barrow, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Greene |
| Elevation | 653 ft (199 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
62082
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| GNIS feature ID | 422440 |
Barrow is a small place in Greene County, Illinois, in the United States. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and buildings that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Barrow is located near a town called Roodhouse, just off a road called Route 106.
History of Barrow
A Powerful Storm
In March 2006, Barrow experienced a strong storm. It was an F1 tornado, which is a type of powerful, spinning windstorm. Tornadoes can cause damage, but thankfully, people usually have warnings to stay safe.
Places of Worship
Barrow has a church called Barrow Baptist Church. It serves as a place for people in the community to gather for religious services.
See also
In Spanish: Barrow (Illinois) para niños
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