Georgia Power continues to assess damage and restore power as storms cross through the state

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Georgia Power is actively assessing damage and restoring electricity after severe storms hit the state, impacting approximately 7,500 customers, particularly in the Atlanta area. The storms caused significant damage, including downed power lines and broken poles. Crews are working diligently to repair the issues as more severe weather is anticipated. Georgia Power advises customers to stay alert and follow safety guidelines regarding downed wires, as hazardous conditions persist. Customers can utilize various tools for outage updates and storm information, including the Georgia Power mobile app and their website.

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• Georgia Power's proactive response to storms demonstrates strong operational capabilities.
• Availability of tools for customers to receive timely outage updates and safety information.

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• Approximately 7,500 customers impacted by power outages due to severe weather.
• Severe storms led to significant infrastructure damage, including broken poles and downed power lines.

ATLANTA, May 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- After severe weather continues to cross through the state, Georgia Power crews are assessing damage and working to restore power to customers impacted. Severe storms continue to produce high winds, heavy rain and reported tornadoes that have led to fallen trees and downed power lines. Damage includes broken poles, damaged transformers and spans of wire down.

Company personnel are assessing damage and as of early this afternoon, crews are in the field working to restore power to approximately 7,500 customers impacted by the storms primarily in metro Atlanta counties.

With severe weather forecasted to continue impacting the state through tomorrow, Georgia Power reminds customers that dangerous conditions exist following severe storms and urges customers to remain safe and stay weather aware.

After the Storm Safety Tips

• Watch for downed wires. Downed power lines may be hidden by debris or fallen trees.
• Never touch any downed wire or attempt to remove tree branches from power lines – it can kill.
• Don't step in standing water or saturated ground where downed lines may be present. They could be electrified.
• Avoid chain link fences. They may be electrified by a downed line out of sight and conduct electricity over great distances.
• Watch for Georgia Power crews working across the state. If driving, move over one lane for utility vehicles stopped on the side of the road – it's the law in Georgia.
• Protect electronics and appliances. Disconnect or turn off any appliances that will start automatically when power returns to avoid overloading circuits when power is restored.

Georgia Power continues to monitor changing weather conditions as severe weather is predicted over the coming days and shares the following tools for severe weather preparedness.  

Tools You Can Use

• @GeorgiaPower on Twitter – Follow @GeorgiaPower on Twitter for storm tips, outage updates, customer service and more.
• Outage Alerts – Subscribe to the free Georgia Power Outage Alert service to receive personalized notifications and updates via text message.
• Outage & Storm Center – Available at www.georgiapower.com/storm, customers can visit this site to sign up for Outage Alerts, report and check the status of outages, and access useful safety tips and information. Customers can 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 Map provides 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.

About Georgia Power
Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeorgiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).

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FAQ

What was the impact of the severe storms on Georgia Power customers?

Approximately 7,500 customers were affected by power outages due to severe weather.

How is Georgia Power responding to the storm damage?

Georgia Power crews are assessing damage and are actively working to restore power.

What safety tips does Georgia Power recommend after the storms?

Customers should avoid downed wires, stay clear of standing water, and protect their appliances.

What tools are available for Georgia Power customers to get outage updates?

Customers can use the Georgia Power mobile app, the website, and subscribe to Outage Alerts for updates.

When did the severe weather occur in Georgia?

The severe weather events and power outages were reported on May 3, 2021.