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Planned power outage to affect 1,423 customers in Jackson County

MLive.com · last updated

JACKSON COUNTY, MI – Residents living near Rives Township may experience a temporary interruption in electricity.

The overnight work will temporarily interrupt electricity from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, July 10, disrupting users along U.S. 127 and west of M-106. This will affect 1,423 homes and businesses, Consumers Energy officials said in a release.

This is part of Consumers Energy’s efforts to reduce the number and length of power outages in Michigan.

“Consumers Energy remains dedicated to enhancing the resilience and efficiency of our electric grid. By balancing customers across circuits, we will be able to improve the electric reliability in the area,” said Chris Laird, Vice President of Electric Distribution at Consumers Energy. “We appreciate our customers’ patience and understanding as we perform this vital work.”

Postcards have been mailed to affected customers in the area. If work needs to be rescheduled, the backup date is Friday, July 11, officials said.

Customers should call Consumers Energy at 800-477-5050 if they have questions or concerns.

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