Georgia Power’s Tips for Windy Weather

As windy weather continues today, Georgia Power is prepared and responding to power outages as quickly and safely as possible.  

As the weather clears, the company reminds customers to keep safety first. Georgia Power has these reminders for any clean up or for possible future power outages: 

Never pull tree limbs off of power lines or enter areas with debris or downed trees as downed power lines may be buried in wreckage.

Always assume that power lines are energized. Do not drive over down power lines and avoid standing water, metal fences, television or cable lines, and other items that may conduct electricity.   

Use battery-powered lanterns, if possible, rather than candles to light homes without electrical power.

Never use generators or charcoal-burning devices inside your home. They produce carbon monoxide-an odorless, colorless gas that can be fatal.

 Georgia Power also reminds customers to visit 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.