Georgia Power ready for severe weather, customers and visitors urged to prepare

ATLANTA– Georgia Power is tracking predictions for severe weather, including high winds, heavy rain, and the potential for isolated tornadoes across the state over the next 24 hours. Georgia Power crews are prepared to respond to issues quickly and as conditions change.  

Heavy rain, which can saturate ground or create localized flooding, combined with high winds, can cause trees to fall and damage electrical infrastructure, causing power outages.

Georgia Power reminds customers and visitors to take time to prepare now – before the system enters the state. Below are tips to help you prepare:  

• In addition to following local media reports and weather sources, such as the National Weather Service, resources are available atGeorgiaPower.com/Storm to help customers prepare and stay informed.
• Charge your cell phone and other devices that need to be charged. 
• Review your emergency plan with your    family and make sure your emergency supply kit is ready.
• Leave a porch or front light on. This helps Georgia Power crews know when repair work is successful.
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 Tools You Can Use to Stay Connected & InformedOutage Alerts 

 Customers subscribed to our free Georgia Power Outage Alert service will receive personalized notifications and updates via text message. Check that your contact number is up to date to receive the latest information.

Outage & Storm Center – Available at www.GeorgiaPower.com/Storm, customers can visit this site to check their contact information is updated to receive Outage Alerts, report and check the status of outages, and access useful safety tips and information. Customers can also report and check the status of an outage 24 hours a day by contacting Georgia Power at 888-891-0938.

Outage Map – Housed within the Outage & Storm Center, Georgia Power’s interactive Outage Mapprovides near real-time information, allowing users to see where outages are occurring across the state and track estimated restoration times.

Georgia Power Mobile App – Download the Georgia Power mobile app for Apple and Android devices to access storm and outage information on the go. 

Social Media – Follow Georgia Power across Facebook, Instagram and X for storm tips, outage updates, customer service and more. 

Safety Tips for Customers and Crews 

Georgia Power urges customers to prioritize safety during severe weather and provides the following tools to stay connected and informed.

• Watch for Georgia Power crews working across the state. If you must be on the roads, please move over one lane for utility vehicles stopped on the side of the road – it’s the law in Georgia.
• Never touch any downed or low-hanging wire. Warn those going out to clear debris to watch for and avoid downed wires.
• Never pull tree limbs off of power lines yourself or enter areas with debris or downed trees as downed power lines may be concealed. Customers should call 911 or Georgia Power immediately if they see a fallen or low-hanging power line.
• Take care if using a portable generator. Follow all manufacturer’s instructions, avoid using generators in enclosed spaces and be mindful of electrical safety. Click here for more safety tips. 

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