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Michigan Residents Urged to Prepare for Potential Winter Power Outages
LANSING, MI – As Michigan braces for another cold and potentially snowy winter, state officials and emergency management agencies are urging residents to prepare for potential power outages. Experts warn that severe winter weather, like ice and snowstorms, can damage energy infrastructure, leading to widespread and potentially dangerous power losses.
The Michigan State Police (MSP), FEMA, and National Standby Repair Inc. are advising residents to take proactive steps, including monitoring outage maps provided by local service providers (links available online). The Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) and FEMA also offer resources on their websites detailing how to prepare for, and respond to, power outages. The MSP and the American Red Cross have guidance on how to react during a power outage.
Key recommendations include having emergency supplies on hand, knowing how to safely use alternative heating sources like generators and space heaters, and being aware of the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning. The MPSC provides specific guidance on safe usage of these devices. Authorities stress that during a winter outage, low temperatures can pose significant health risks and even cause damage to homes, such as frozen pipes.
Residents are encouraged to review safety guidelines and resources available from state and federal agencies to ensure they are prepared for any potential power disruptions this winter.
Contact Jenna Prestininzi at jprestininzi@freepress.com for more information.
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