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Groesbeck Highway closed in Macomb County due to fallen power lines

Drivers urged to find different route

Power lines

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – A stretch of Groesbeck Highway was shut down Tuesday, July 30, due to fallen power lines.

The closure is between 15 Mile Road and Carlier Street. Township officials said it will be closed until further notice.

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Drivers are urged to find a different route.

View our real-time traffic map here.

What to do if you find downed power lines

Stay at least 20 feet away from downed power lines and keep children and pets inside.

DTE Energy said you should assume that all downed power lines are energized and dangerous.

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

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

Energized wires that have fallen may whip around, spark or arc as they look for a ground. Energized wires that have found their ground might not move at all or make any sound, but they are still dangerous.

Click here to learn more about electrical safety from DTE Energy.


About the Author

Dane Kelly is a digital producer who has been covering various Michigan news stories since 2017.

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