Georgia Power crews scheduled to assist with Hurricane Laura recovery

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Georgia Power is mobilizing crews to assist Entergy Louisiana in response to Hurricane Laura. Crews are prepared to tackle potential service interruptions while strictly adhering to pandemic protocols. The company collaborates with a mutual assistance network, enabling it to provide and receive support during major storms. Historically, Georgia Power has requested aid during previous hurricanes. Additionally, the company emphasizes its commitment to customer safety and operational readiness amidst the ongoing pandemic, ensuring reliable energy distribution.

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• Georgia Power is mobilizing crews to assist in Hurricane Laura recovery, showcasing responsiveness.
• Collaboration with a mutual assistance network enhances operational efficiency during storms.
• Commitment to safety protocols reflects a proactive approach to pandemic challenges.

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ATLANTA, Aug. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- As Hurricane Laura nears landfall along the Gulf Coast, Georgia Power is ready to respond after receiving a request for assistance from Entergy Louisiana. Georgia Power crews and support teams will travel to the state tomorrow. Georgia Power continues monitoring the changing weather around the clock and coordinates with other utilities to field requests for assistance through the mutual assistance network.

With each request for assistance, the company ensures that it has sufficient coverage to respond to any potential local service interruptions.

The mutual assistance network consists of hundreds of utilities from around the country. As part of this partnership, Georgia Power is able to respond and offer assistance, providing reinforcements when needed to restore power quickly for other utilities. The company is also able to tap into this mutual assistance network if additional resources are needed to help restore power to Georgia Power customers following a major storm.

The company requested and received assistance from other utilities during several major storms that impacted Georgia Power customers previously including Hurricanes Michael and Irma.

Storm Response Pandemic Preparations
Georgia Power teams are prepared to respond to service interruptions that might occur because of severe weather while taking proactive actions including special "distancing" and other precautions to help protect customers and employees from the spread of the virus.

In addition, the company's comprehensive pandemic plans help ensure readiness of the critical personnel and facilities necessary to continue providing the safe and reliable energy customers expect and deserve.

In the field, the power restoration process includes these key steps:

• Assessing Conditions – Responding crews – or in major storms, damage assessment teams – work to identify trouble spots and the resources needed to fix them, which could involve coming onto customers' property. Crews will employ appropriate distancing efforts and customers are asked to keep children and pets indoors and maintain safe distances from crew members as well.
• Making Repairs – Georgia Power crews focus on repairs that return power to the greatest number of customers in the least amount of time.

Ways you can help keep workers safe while they work in the field:

• If you see utility crews, please stay back a minimum of six feet – much more if they are working.
• Please, no cookies or treats for workers during this time. Give a wave or thumbs up to workers you see. They'll understand your gratitude as they work to keep the lights on.
• Don't touch utility trucks or equipment. Electric providers are operating under modified conditions to keep workers safe, which includes additional cleaning and sanitation of tools and equipment.

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 consistently recognized by J.D. Power and Associates 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 is Georgia Power doing in response to Hurricane Laura?

Georgia Power is sending crews to assist Entergy Louisiana in recovery efforts following Hurricane Laura.

How does Georgia Power ensure service during storm recovery?

Georgia Power uses a mutual assistance network to provide and receive support during major storms.

How is Georgia Power addressing pandemic concerns during storm recovery?

Georgia Power is implementing special distancing measures and safety protocols to protect workers and customers.

What past events has Georgia Power responded to with mutual assistance?

Georgia Power has previously received assistance during Hurricanes Michael and Irma.

What steps does Georgia Power take to restore power after storms?

Georgia Power assesses conditions and makes repairs, focusing on restoring power to the largest number of customers quickly.