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Metro Detroit power outages: How to check the DTE outage map

By Amber Ainsworth
Published  June 25, 2023 7:07pm EDT
Severe Weather
FOX 2 Detroit

DETROIT (FOX 2) - Severe thunderstorms Sunday led to power outages in Metro Detroit.

DTE Energy said ahead of the storms that it had its Storm Response Team ready.

More rain is on the way Monday with non-severe storms possible later in the afternoon

As of 6 a.m. Monday morning, more than 73,000 customers are without power. Close to 300 crews were in the field, according to DTE's outage map. 

Cars and homes smashed after severe weather strikes

Homes suffered roof damage and cars were buried under debris from the extreme weather that pushed through Southeast Michigan over the weekend.

Check the DTE outage map and report an outage here.

What to do if you see a downed wire:

If there is an emergency, such as a fire or you see a power line on an unoccupied car, first call 911 then call the power company. DTE Energy can be reached at 800-477-4747. Consumers Energy can be reached at 800-477-5050.

For non-emergency situations, you can report the wire to DTE online here.

Stay at least 20 feet from the wires. Do not touch the power lines or use an object to touch them. Do not drive over downed wires. Also, avoid touching anything the wire touches, such as a fence or a puddle.

Be sure to keep pets and children away from the lines, too.

If you are inside your vehicle and a wire falls on it, DTE says to stay inside and call 911. 

However, if you must get out of the vehicle, DTE advises removing loose clothing, and getting out without touching the frame. Jump with your feet together to avoid touching the vehicle and ground at the same time. Do not remove your feet until you are at least 20 feet away from the vehicle.