Lightning, high winds and in some cases tornado sirens woke up many Michigan residents late Thursday as severe weather rolled through the state. DTE Energy, which provides electricity in most of Southeast Michigan,

Severe thunderstorms hit Michigan overnight, knocking out power for more than 250,000 customers across the state. Here's what to know.

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