As of 9:15 am, Consumers Energy indicates over a hundred customers are without power in the Clark Lake area. Here’s a rundown of the number affected in each area
Eagle Point to Oakwood 141
Ocean Beach less than 20
Kentucky Point less than 20
North Shore 31
Although time of restoration will vary, CE predicts power will back on by noon in most cases. For updates, go to the Consumers Energy outage map by clicking here. By running your cursor and clicking on affected areas, you will get their report on number of customers affected, expected time of restoration and other information.
The storm blew through about 6 am. At 5:32 am, the National Weather Service sent out a severe thunderstorm warning that indicated that it was traveling our way at 70 mph. They predicted 60 mph wind gusts.
Rick,
Excellent work on the wind storm and power outage story on 5/23. It wasn’t the longest thing you’ve written, but a great example of how you pick items of current events and interest.
I’m impressed with your energy and professionalism.
Clark Lake is lucky to have you.