Alpena without power for 48 hours due to downed trees and power lines

ALPENA COUNTY, Mich,. (WPBN/WGTU) — - Nearly everyone living in Alpena has now been without power for more than 48 hours.

Lines for gas stations and running on generators are overflowing into main roads.

Downed trees and power lines can be seen across the city, and people are flocking to one of the only operating grocery stores, Meijer on M-32.

“Currently we have lots of water available in the store along with other beverages as well. We have many shelf stable items that if you’re looking for meals to feed your family with if you don’t have power to do that. We have that available as well. We have run out of propane, so we don’t have propane. I get a lot of calls about that currently but we’re working to get more of that into the store, but as far as the needs to take care of your family and feed your family, we have what you need,” said Warren Richter, Store Director, Meijer Alpena.

Meijer is also serving as a hub for gas, but be prepared to wait in line for several hours, and bring approved gas cans so you don’t get turned away.