Consumers Energy restores power to 15,000 customers after Michigan storm outages

• Severe storms with strong winds, thunderstorms, and hail disrupted Consumers Energy service in Michigan, impacting about 34,000 customers.
• Roughly 15,000 customers had power restored by evening; more than 275 crews worked overnight in 16-hour shifts.
• Restoration activity concentrated in the Jackson, Lansing, and Flint areas amid reports of extensive community damage.
• Utility warned of safety risks from debris and downed power lines; urged motorists to use caution near roadside crews.

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