A heat wave is sweeping across America, with temperatures expecting to hit over 100 degrees in Michigan. Thunderstorms have caused trees to topple over and knock off the power from thousands of homes and businesses in Michigan and to add more misery, temperatures are set to be record high.


According to Huff Post, Consumers Energy sent out a crew of 160 to try and restore electricity on Thursday. As of this morning, over 52,000 homes were still without power.


"We believe we have enough crews to handle this situation," utility spokesman Roger Morgenstern said, according to Huff Post. "Working in this intense heat is a challenge, and we put the safety of our crews and customers first - including making sure crews are well-hydrated and get adequate rest."


DTE Energy Co. said 325,000 customers were without power at the height of the power outage but that number has now been reduced to 105,000 customers. Over 1,000 of its power lines came down following the severe thunderstorms.


Now temperatures in several cities have begun to soar, with Grand Rapids expecting to hit 100 degrees. A high temperature of 103 is expected in Lansing.


Detroit will surpass 100 degrees as well. An excessive heat warning has been issued by the National Weather Service. The NWS recommends all residents to stay out of the sun, wear light clothing and drink plenty of water.