Tracking DTE power outages in Metro Detroit on June 19, 2024

4Warn Weather – Severe storms caused power outages in southeast Michigan on Wednesday.

Strong winds, showers, and possibly severe thunderstorms were possible in the Detroit metropolitan area on the evening of Wednesday, June 19.

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From Wednesday, 11:30 p.m., DTE Energy reported that over 42,000 Customers were without electricity.

In this article, we’ll track power outages caused by the storm if they occur. For the most up-to-date outage information, visit DTE’s Outage Center..

Report a DTE outage here. Report a Outage at Consumers Energy here.

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What to do if you find downed power lines?

Stay at least six meters away from downed power lines and keep children and pets indoors.

DTE Energy said it must be assumed that all downed power lines are live and pose a danger.

You can report downed lines by calling DTE Energy at 800-477-4747 or Consumers Energy at 800-477-5050.

If you believe the downed power line poses an immediate danger to the public, you should call 911.

Fallen live wires can whirl around, sparking, or arcing as they search for a ground. Live wires that have found their ground may not move at all or make any noise, but they are still dangerous.

Click here to learn more about DTE Energy’s electrical safety.