IRONWOOD, MI-- Severe thunderstorms that hit Michigan knocked down trees and power lines, cutting power to thousands of homes and businesses.
The National Weather Service in Marquette reports the storms late Monday and Tuesday morning brought hail to several parts of the Upper Peninsula. In Ironwood, trees and power lines were knocked down and internet service was disrupted. Similar damage was reported in some other counties.
Utilities say more than 32,000 customers lost power statewide. As of late Tuesday morning, more than 23,000 didn't have service.
The storms come as much of the state faced another day of hot temperatures. Air quality alerts were issued along with heat watches or warnings.
