DTE Energy Substation in Plymouth Catches Fire, Knocks Out Power to Thousands

A DTE Energy substation caught fire on Wednesday, August 16, knocking out power for thousands in Plymouth, Michigan.

The fire was first reported at the corner of Farmer and Theodore, Plymouth police reported. According to CBS Detroit, the flames were so intense a telephone pole located roughly 10 to 15 feet from the station also caught fire. Nearly 3,000 residents were without power. Credit: Instagram/scottepley via Storyful