[LIVE] Michigan Power Outages – Consumers Energy & Great Lakes Energy Updates
A powerful storm has hit Michigan, causing widespread power outages. Thousands of homes and businesses are in the dark. Consumers Energy and Great Lakes Energy are working around the clock to restore electricity.
Consumers Energy reports that over 189,600 customers are currently without power. The storm has caused fallen trees, broken power lines, and dangerous conditions.
To check your area, visit the Consumers Energy Outage Map. If you have no power, report the outage online or through their mobile app.
Repair crews are prioritizing high-risk areas and heavily affected regions. Power restoration could take hours or even days, depending on the damage.
Great Lakes Energy is also dealing with major outages, with over 44,000 customers affected. The hardest-hit areas include Charlevoix and Antrim counties.
For real-time updates, check the Great Lakes Energy Outage Map. If you haven’t already, sign up for outage alerts via text or email.
Restoration work is in progress, but severe weather and icy conditions may slow down repairs.
This power outage is caused by a combination of freezing rain, high winds, and heavy snowfall. These conditions bring down power lines and make it harder for crews to work.
If your power is out, take these steps:
Report the outage using the online portals or mobile apps of your energy provider.
Stay away from downed power lines. Assume all wires are live and dangerous.
Use generators safely. Keep them outside and far from windows.
Find a warming center. Many community centers offer a safe place to stay warm.
Charge your devices. Keep your phone and battery packs ready for updates.
Power restoration depends on:
Weather conditions – More storms could slow progress.
Extent of damage – Some areas may need major repairs.
Crew availability – Extra teams are working to speed up restoration.
Both Consumers Energy and Great Lakes Energy estimate that most power will be restored within 48-72 hours, but some areas may take longer.
For the latest information, follow your energy provider online or check their official outage maps:
Consumers Energy Outage Map
Great Lakes Energy Outage Map
Stay safe, stay warm, and keep checking for live updates!