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Dear Michigander,

This week, we experienced severe storms throughout Michigan. With news of power outages, downed trees, and other damage, I wanted to make sure you have the resources you need if you have been impacted by the storm.

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Stay Safe During Power Outages

Stay up to date on where power outages are and how to keep yourself and your family protected: Power Outages | Ready.gov [ [link removed] ] 


* DTE Outage Map [ [link removed] ]
* Consumers Energy Outage Map [ [link removed] ] 
* Learn how to stay safe during blackouts: Blackouts (michigan.gov) [ [link removed] ] 
* Know what to do if you see a downed power line 
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Report Power Outages

* DTE [ [link removed] ]
* To report a power outage or a downed power line, contact (800) 477-4747

* Consumers [ [link removed] ]
* Emergency 24/7
* (800) 477-5050

* General: Mon – Fri (7am – 6pm), Sat (8am – 2pm) 
* (800) 477-5050 

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Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)

In addition to offering income-based health care services and food benefits, MDHHS [ [link removed] ] provides immediate help to individuals and families facing conditions of extreme hardship or emergencies that threaten health and safety. 


* General Hotline: (517) 241-3740 
* Drinking Water Hotline: (844) 934-1315 

*Additional Resources*

United Way provides a comprehensive guide of locally available resources.


* Call 2-1-1 
* [link removed] [ [link removed] ] 
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Warm Up Across the State

If you or your family need a place to escape the cold, make sure to find a warming shelter in your area. Below are links to warming shelters across the state. 


* Detroit [ [link removed] ] 
* Macomb County [ [link removed] ]
* Ann Arbor [ [link removed] ]
* Pontiac [ [link removed] ]
* Lansing [ [link removed] ]
* Marquette [ [link removed] ]
* Grand Rapids [ [link removed] ]
* Flint [ [link removed] ] 

For assistance with housing or shelters that are not listed, do not hesitate to reach out to my office at 517-335-7858. 

My administration will continue to monitor severe weather situations and offer further relief to any affected communities. Let’s stay safe together. 

Sincerely, 

Governor Whitmer

Gretchen Whitmer
Governor








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