Georgia Power monitors and prepares for statewide severe weather response

Georgia Power urges customers to prepare for Tropical Storm Helene, offering safety tips and outage response tools.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Georgia Power is closely monitoring the development of Tropical Storm Helene, which is forming in the Gulf of Mexico.

According to a news release, the company is preparing its teams and resources to respond to potential power outages later this week, as the storm could begin impacting South Georgia by Thursday.

With forecasts predicting strong winds, heavy rain, lightning, and hail, Georgia Power is coordinating with local and state governments, as well as regional utilities, to ensure a swift response to any storm-related damage.

The company is encouraging customers to take safety precautions now, before the storm hits.

Safety Tips:

• Before a Storm: Charge cell phones, check emergency kits, and unplug major appliances.
• During a Storm: Stay inside, away from windows and doors.
• After a Storm: Avoid downed power lines and report them to Georgia Power or emergency services.