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- calendar_today October 10, 2026
Widespread Power Outages Across Georgia
Thousands of Georgia Power customers found themselves without electricity on Saturday morning as Hurricane Isaias brought strong winds and heavy rain across the state. Outages have been reported from the Florida border through the heart of Georgia and up to Tennessee, leaving significant portions of metro Atlanta and several counties in the dark.
Most Affected Areas
According to the Georgia Power outage map, the hardest-hit areas include Wilkes County, which has reported the most significant number of outages in the Central Savannah River Area (CRSA). Additional outages are affecting Columbia, Warren, and Burke counties. Many neighborhoods in metro Atlanta have also lost power as the weather system moves through.
Impact of Hurricane Isaias
Georgia Power issued a statement attributing the outages to the effects of Hurricane Isaias. The company's update described strong winds and heavy rainfall currently impacting various parts of Georgia, resulting in downed power lines and damaged infrastructure. This storm damage has led to the emergency response from utility crews, who are working to assess and address outages across the state.
Utility Crews Responding to Emergency
Georgia Power emphasized its commitment to restoring power safely and as quickly as possible. Teams are responding to reported outages throughout the state, prioritizing safety for both customers and workers. The company urged residents to avoid any downed power lines and to move over one lane if traveling near crew work zones to help ensure the safety of utility crews.
Staying Safe During Power Restoration Efforts
Residents are reminded to exercise caution during ongoing power restoration efforts. Georgia Power recommends steering clear of any downed power lines, which could pose serious safety hazards. The utility encourages customers to stay informed about the latest status updates and restoration times via their online outage map.
How to Report Outages and Track Restoration
Customers experiencing outages can report them and check estimated restoration times using Georgia Power's outage map tool. The company will continue to provide updates as conditions evolve and restoration efforts progress. For ongoing information, customers are encouraged to monitor the official Georgia Power website for timely announcements.
Continuing Developments
As clean-up and emergency response operations continue, Georgia Power urges residents to remain vigilant and take precautionary measures as crews work to restore power to affected communities.
Source: wjbf.com.
