DTE Worker Electrocuted, Dies On Live Wire In Detroit

DETROIT — A DTE Energy worker died Tuesday when falling onto a live wire, electrocuting them, the southeast Michigan power company confirmed Tuesday.

The 40-year-old worker was standing on a ladder, working on Braile Street when they fell, FOX 2 reported. They came into contact with a live wire and died, according to the company. The worker was pronounced dead at the scene.

DTE confirmed the news on Twitter.

"It’s with heavy hearts that we confirm that we lost one of our own at DTE today," the company tweeted. "A line worker who was working to restore power in Detroit came in contact with a live wire and was fatally wounded. He was dedicated to doing his best to serve our customers, and to us he was a hero.

"We’re in the process of informing his family and colleagues, and are asking for time and respect to make these notifications. Our 10,000 employees are grieving right now. We send our love and support to his family and loved ones."

DTE has been working across southeast Michigan attempting to restore energy for a number of customers who lost power due to a series of thunderstorms in the area.

As of 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, more than 53,000 DTE customers in the area are without power.

DTE on Twitter warned of the dangers of live wires shortly after the incident.

"If a power line falls near your property, keep all pets and children inside and away from the line or anything it may be touching," a tweet from the DTE Twitter account reads.

"Never drive across a downed power line. It could cause poles or other equipment to come crashing down. If you are in a car that has come in contact with a downed power line, stay in your vehicle and immediately call 911."

This story will be updated as more information is released.