Georgia Power crews ready to respond to Hurricane Dorian

As Hurricane Dorian continues to move near the Georgia coast, Georgia Power is ready to respond to power outages as quickly and safely as possible. Georgia Power crews from around the state, in addition to crews from sister companies Alabama Power and Mississippi Power, are mobilizing to enter coastal areas as Dorian passes through.  Georgia Power is monitoring the changing weather around the clock and continues to coordinate with state and local emergency partners, including the Georgia Emergency Management Agency. The company is also part of a mutual assistance network consisting of hundreds of utilities from around the country. As part of this partnership, Georgia Power is able to tap into reinforcements when needed to restore power quickly to Georgia customers.  Georgia Power reminds customers to keep safety first during severe weather and offers the following storm tips. Before a storm, stay aware and check the weather forecast before heading outdoors. Turn off the air conditioners as power surges can overload them and charge cell phones in case you lose power. During a storm, take safe shelter inside a sturdy building away from windows and doors. Avoid contact with conductors of electricity – appliances, metal objects and water.  After a storm, never touch any downed or low-hanging wires, including telephone or TV wires that touch a power line. Never pull tree limbs off of power lines yourself or enter areas with debris or downed trees as downed power lines may be buried in the wreckage. 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.