Power Outage Tracker: Thousands Without Power After Storms Sweep Through Metro Atlanta and West Georgia
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Thousands Without Power After Storms Hit Metro Atlanta and West Georgia
Severe storms swept through metro Atlanta and west Georgia on Sunday, leaving thousands of residents in the dark. High winds and heavy rain caused significant damage, including downed power lines and fallen trees, disrupting power to over 240,000 homes and businesses across the region.
Georgia Power reported that as of early Monday morning, approximately 241,548 customers were still affected by outages statewide. Crews have been working tirelessly to restore electricity, but some residents could face prolonged power outages due to extensive damage to infrastructure.
Devastation Across the Region
In one tragic incident, a large tree fell on a home in southwest Atlanta, resulting in one fatality. Emergency crews responded to the scene but were unable to save the victim. Fire officials have advised residents to stay indoors and avoid areas with downed trees or power lines until cleanup efforts are complete.
“These storms caused widespread damage across our service areas,” a Georgia Power spokesperson said. “We’re asking for patience as crews assess and address the outages.”
Real-Time Power Updates
Georgia Power is urging residents to stay informed by checking their Power Outage Map, which updates every 10 minutes. The map provides detailed information on affected areas and estimated restoration times. Local officials are also advising residents to charge their devices and prepare for potential additional outages as more rain is forecast in the coming days.
Safety First
Residents are reminded to avoid downed power lines and treat all as if they are live. If using portable generators, ensure they are operated outdoors and away from windows to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
For updates on restoration efforts, Georgia Power is providing regular updates via their official Outage Map and social media channels.
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