Michiganders brace for more snow, prepare for potential power outages

SOUTH LYON, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) – With extra snow on the way in which Friday, Michiganders are as soon as once more fearful about energy outages. Hundreds misplaced energy in final week’s storm, and lots of of 1000’s misplaced energy the week earlier than that within the ice storm. Some misplaced energy for a number of days. 

Many stated they respect the crews who work arduous within the chilly to revive energy, however their frustrations lie with the Michigan energy system. These grievances might be heard at public city corridor conferences deliberate by the Michigan Public service Fee.

“We had energy outage for 4 days,” stated South Lyon resident Eric Atchison. “It sucked.” 

New Hudson resident Rebecca Connel stated she is prepared for spring however is ready for the snow. 

“Two weeks in the past we acquired a generator,” stated Connell. “We dwell out rural, so if we lose energy we lose nicely. Which is bathrooms and water, and is fairly arduous residing.”

Her generator served her nicely in these final storms, as her neighbors misplaced energy for six days.

DTE is within the technique of requesting a price enhance, an extra $622 million in annual income from clients. 

Connell stated she is okay with a price hike if it goes in the direction of investing in underground energy traces. 

“So as to repair the infrastructure, they’ll want cash to do it,” she stated. 

DTE didn’t make anybody out there for an interview. In an announcement, they stated they’ve all of the tools wanted to revive energy to clients impacted by Friday’s climate.