Getting Ready for Summer Storms in Southeast Michigan
Summer thunderstorms in Southeast Michigan can knock down trees and power lines, and heavy rain can quickly flood streets and basements. Being prepared makes outages and storms much easier to handle.
Get alerts
Turn on emergency alerts on your phone and follow the National Weather Service. A severe thunderstorm warning means dangerous weather is happening or about to happen nearby.
Prepare for outages
- Flashlights and extra batteries, not candles.
- A charged power bank for phones.
- Water and food that doesn’t need cooking.
- A first aid kit and any daily medicines.
Protect your basement
Keep gutters and downspouts clear and pointed away from the house, and store valuables off the basement floor. If water rises, stay away from electrical outlets and appliances.
After the storm
Stay far away from downed power lines and report them to your utility. Run generators only outdoors, well away from windows and doors, to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
