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Downriver residents still without full power days after storms, DTE says restoration continues
By Noelle Friel, Mondrae Murphy at WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· July 8, 2026
· 2 min read
Some Downriver neighborhoods were still dealing with partial or recurring outages Tuesday evening, days after severe storms last week knocked out power for hundreds of thousands across Metro Detroit .DTE said the severe weather caused widespread damage, leaving nearly 400,000 customers without pow...
Key takeaway In Allen Park, Shawn Brendel said his home had only partial power for more than 48 hours as of Tuesday evening.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The ongoing power outages in Downriver neighborhoods underscore the need for DTE to improve its communication with customers during severe weather events. Residents like Shawn Brendel and Beth Marple, who experienced partial or recurring outages, received misleading text messages stating their power had been restored, only to find that it hadn't. This lack of accurate information can exacerbate the frustration and disruption caused by extended outages. Furthermore, the outages have significant consequences for residents, including spoiled food and discomfort, particularly for those with medical needs like Brendel's husband, who relies on a CPAP machine. As DTE works to restore power to the remaining affected customers, it must also prioritize transparency and reliable communication to rebuild trust with its customers. The company's offer of a $42-per-day outage credit is a step in the right direction, but more needs to be done to address the root causes of these outages and prevent similar situations in the future.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
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What is this story about? Some Downriver neighborhoods were still dealing with partial or recurring outages Tuesday evening, days after severe storms last week knocked out power for hundreds of thousands across Metro Detroit.DTE said the severe weather caused widespread damage, leaving nearly 400,000 customers without pow...
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