04/27/2026
Just got this in the email:
According to the National Weather Service, hazardous weather conditions are possible in your area. Consumers Energy is preparing for the possibility of wind gusts above 60 mph that could cause power outages, and is encouraging customers to be ready. The window for the highest wind gusts is currently from 6 p.m. tonight through 5 a.m. Tuesday.
Customers should prepare for this storm by signing up for outage alerts that will be sent via text or email, Text 'REG' to 232273 or visit ConsumersEnergy.com/alerts. Anyone can also check the status of outages at ConsumersEnergy.com/outage or download the Consumers Energy app.
Customers should follow these other tips to prepare:
Charge all electronic devices. It's advised to have an emergency battery or charging station available for use during an outage.
Have an emergency kit that includes flashlights and extra batteries, water, canned food and blankets. Be prepared with enough medication, baby supplies and pet food if applicable. A battery-operated radio is also a good idea.
Unplug sensitive electronics like TVs, computers and printers. Turn power strips off.
In case of outages, Consumers Energy urges the public to keep important safety tips in mind:
Stay at least 25 feet away from downed power lines, and report unguarded downed lines by calling 9-1-1 and Consumers Energy at 800-477-5050. Consumers Energy reminds people that falsely calling in downed lines actually slows down the restoration process for everyone.
Be alert to crews working along roadsides. Drivers should slow down or stop and wait for oncoming traffic to clear so they can go safely past.
Never use a generator in an attached garage, basement, enclosed patio or near any air intakes. Doing so could cause a generator to produce hazardous levels of carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless and deadly gas. Read more guidance on safe generator use here.
Consumers Energy will trim or remove trees interfering with electric restoration activities. Once safe to do so, clean-up of debris from tree trimming or removal during a storm emergency is the responsibility of individual property owners.
You can report an outage and check the status of your outage and learn how you can safely prepare by visiting our Outage Center.
There's a potential to have localized outages due to flooding at our service lines located near flood zones. When necessary, Consumers Energy may temporarily de‑energize electric service on a limited basis. We appreciate your patience.
