Northern Michigan Closures
Posted On: March 31, 2025 by Hart Medical Equipment in: Emergency Emergency Preparedness Michigan
April 7, 2025 – 9:38 am
Northern Michigan Locations – Full Operations Resumed
We are pleased to share that all Northern Michigan Hart Medical Equipment locations have returned to normal operations as of today (April 7). Power and internet have been fully restored, and regular retail services are now available at the Cheboygan, Gaylord, and Petoskey showrooms.
We want to thank our patients, partners, and communities for their patience and understanding throughout the recovery process following the historic ice storm. Your understanding and support have been greatly appreciated.
We would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the utility crews and emergency response teams who worked tirelessly in difficult conditions to restore power and safety to the affected regions.
Hart Medical Equipment remains committed to serving you with excellence—through every challenge and every season. Should any new developments arise, we will share them as needed.
Thank you for choosing Hart Medical Equipment.
April 4, 2025 – 9:45 am
As power restoration efforts continue across Northern Michigan, Hart Medical Equipment is gradually resuming operations where possible. Some locations are returning to full service, while others remain focused on meeting critical oxygen needs. We appreciate your continued patience as we work to fully restore services in the affected areas.
Cheboygan – Open April 4 – Full Retail Operations Resumed
The Cheboygan showroom will continue all retail operations. Staff will be available during regular business hours to assist with all equipment and supply needs, including oxygen services, order pickups, and other in-store support.
Gaylord & Petoskey – Open April 4 – Oxygen Cylinder Hubs Only
The Gaylord and Petoskey locations will remain open today (April 4) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. as hubs for oxygen tank exchanges and supplies only. Patients can exchange up to eight (8) cylinders. Both locations have power restored, but are still without internet at this time. Retail operations outside of oxygen services remain unavailable.
Cheboygan, MIFully Open |
Gaylord, MIOxygen Only |
Petoskey, MIOxygen Only |
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829 W Main St, Ste F |
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April 3, 2025 – 8:20 am
As cleanup and restoration efforts continue across Northern Michigan, Hart Medical Equipment remains focused on providing patients with the support they need, whether through full retail services or limited oxygen assistance at designated hub locations.
Cheboygan – Open April 3 – Full Retail Operations Resumed
The Cheboygan showroom has regained both power and internet and will return to normal retail operations today (April 3) starting at 9 a.m. Staff will be available during regular business hours to assist with all equipment and supply needs, including oxygen services, order pickups, and other in-store support.
Gaylord & Petoskey – Open April 3 – Oxygen Cylinder Hubs Only
The Gaylord and Petoskey locations will remain open today (April 3) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. as hubs for oxygen tank exchanges and supplies only. Patients can exchange up to eight (8) cylinders.
Please note: The power is still out in Gaylord. The showroom will be dark, but staff will be on-site to assist.
April 2, 2025 - 9:35 am
Gaylord, Petoskey & Cheboygan – Open April 2 – Oxygen Cylinder Hubs Only
Our Gaylord, Petoskey, and Cheboygan locations will be open today (April 2) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. as hubs for oxygen tank exchanges and supplies only. Patients can exchange up to eight (8) cylinders. Please note: The power is still out—showrooms will be dark, but staff will be on-site to assist.
Retail operations remain closed at these locations. These sites are open strictly for oxygen needs and will not be processing other orders or services at this time.
April 1, 2025 - 11:35 am
As recovery efforts continue across Northern Michigan following the recent ice storm, Hart Medical Equipment remains committed to serving our patients with critical needs. While power outages persist at all of our Northern Michigan locations, we are actively working to ensure access to essential oxygen supplies. Hart's retail operations remain closed at all Northern Michigan locations. We are still unable to deliver to the Upper Peninsula due to the Mackinac Bridge closure.
Gaylord – Open April 1 - Oxygen Cylinder Hub Only
Gaylord’s city limits, including I-75, have reopened, allowing us to provide limited services. The Gaylord location will be now open as a hub for oxygen tank exchanges and supplies only. Please note: Patients can exchange up to eight (8) cylinders.
Cheboygan – Limited Opening April 1 - Oxygen Cylinder Hub Only
The Cheboygan location will be open today (April 1) from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. as a hub for oxygen tank exchanges and supplies only. Please note: The power is still out—the showroom will be dark, but a staff member will be on-site to assist. Patients can exchange up to eight (8) cylinders.
March 31, 2025 - 9:58 am
Due to continued hazardous conditions from the ice storm, our Cheboygan, Gaylord, and Petoskey showrooms will remain closed on Tuesday, April 1. We continue to monitor the situation closely and will provide updates as conditions improve.
March 30, 2025 - 7:00 pm
Hart Medical Equipment will be temporarily closing our Cheboygan, Gaylord, and Petoskey showrooms on Monday, March 31, due to the ongoing severe weather conditions in Northern Lower Michigan. This decision was made out of an abundance of caution for the safety of our patients, staff, and community, as widespread power outages and hazardous road conditions continue to impact the region.
A significant ice storm swept through northern Michigan over the weekend, downing trees and power lines and leaving thousands without electricity. Many roads in the area are currently impassable, with large trees and utility lines obstructing travel routes.
In response to the storm, Governor Gretchen Whitmer activated the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) at noon on Sunday, March 30. The SEOC, located in Lansing and overseen by the Michigan State Police Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (MSP/EMHSD), is actively monitoring the situation and coordinating with local officials and private sector partners to ensure a swift and effective emergency response.
Local authorities are advising residents to avoid travel if possible. If you have urgent equipment needs or questions, please contact our Customer Service team at 888-606-8778, and we will do our best to assist you.
We will continue to monitor updates from emergency management officials and plan to reopen our showrooms as soon as it is safe to do so.
Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe.
Additional Resources:
Northern Michigan ice storm prompts opening of multiple warming shelters across counties
Mackinac Bridge Current Conditions
Warming Shelter Resources for Northern Michigan Residents
As severe weather continues to impact Northern Michigan, many residents remain without power. For patients and community members in need of a safe, warm place to go, several shelters have been established throughout the region.
If you are in Emmet County and need transportation to a shelter, please call the Emmet County Sheriff’s Office at 231-348-1782. They are providing assistance with transport to available warming shelters.
If you are planning to go to a warming station, we urge patients to bring necessary accommodations with them, including: medications, oxygen equipment, chargers or battery backups, extra clothing and blankets, and other similar items.
Once road conditions improve and it is safe for our staff to travel, we will begin triaging and prioritizing deliveries to ensure that patients receive the equipment and supplies they need as quickly as possible. Please watch this post for more information as we work through logistics.
Available Warming Shelters:
Emmet County:
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Pellston Regional Airport
1395 US-31, Pellston, MI 49769 -
Harbor Springs Shay Elementary School
175 E. Lake St, Harbor Springs, MI 49740 -
Odawa Casino Ovation Hall
1760 Lears Rd, Petoskey, MI 49770 -
Resort Township Hall
2232 Resort Pike Rd, Petoskey, MI 49770 -
Petoskey City Hall
101 E. Lake St, Petoskey, MI 49770
Charlevoix County:
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Boyne City City Hall
319 N. Lake St, Boyne City, MI 49712
Otsego County:
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Gaylord E-Free Church
1649 M-32, Gaylord, MI 49735
Cheboygan County:
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Alverno Fire Station
5009 Orchard Beach Rd, Cheboygan, MI 49721 -
Waverly Township Hall
11133 Twin School Rd, Onaway, MI 49765 -
Church of the Straits
307 N. Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI 49701
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