DETROIT – DTE Energy is reporting more than 600,000 customers are without power. The outages are scattered throughout southeast Michigan, and that number is expected to grow.
DTE Energy said restoration updates are not available until the weather has passed. The High Wind Warning is in effect until 7 p.m. Wednesday.
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The company said it expects restoration to take several days, with some customers out through the weekend.
DTE says the expect to have restoration estimates Thursday.
The high winds have resulted in more than 2,000 downed power lines, so far, with gusts exceeding 60 mph.
The company says its the 2nd biggest outage in their history.
If you see a downed power line:
- Call DTE Energy immediately at 800-477-4747
- Assume the wire is hot. Just because there aren't sparks, doesn't mean the line isn't carrying electricity.
- Don't touch a fallen power line or anything touching the wire. Always stay 25 feet away from a downed power line.
- Do not touch anything or anyone in contact with a fallen power line.
- Stay away from water near downed power lines, even small puddles.
- If a fallen power line comes in contact with your vehicle, STAY INSIDE until help arrives. If you must leave, jump clear of the vehicle.
- Be careful not to stand under damaged tree limbs or power lines
- Be especially cautious near metal fences around the area.
READ: What to do if you see a downed power line in SE Michigan