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Beware of flooding -- Detroit pump station could experience power issues when it rains this week

By Amber Ainsworth
Updated  September 21, 2021 6:19pm EDT
Severe Weather
FOX 2 Detroit
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DETROIT (FOX 2) - The Great Lakes Water Authority requested help from external power suppliers due to a power-related issue at a pump station.

The issue was discovered at the Freud Pumping Station in Detroit. During heavy rainfall in June, the station experienced pump issues after it lost power. 

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Power monitors that were installed at the station in August alerted officials to the problem ahead of more heavy rain this week. The area is expected to get 2-4 inches of rain.

GLWA officials prepare for rain on the way while Detroit area residents are weary flooding

Heavy rain is expected the next couple days in SE Michigan while residents and officials try to prepare.

See the full forecast here.

External power suppliers will help the GLWA identify what is causing a power fluctuation.

If you live in a low area that experiences flooding, the GLWA has advised that you remove valuables from your basement "out of an abundance of caution."

READ: 6 flood prevention tips

Rain on the way

An approaching cold front brings the threat of rain to the area for much of the work week. Meteorologist Lori Pinson has your forecast.