{"id":1001556,"date":"2026-09-08T18:10:17","date_gmt":"2026-09-08T22:10:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/georgia-power-encourages-customers-to-take-action-during-national-preparedness-month-2\/"},"modified":"2026-09-08T18:10:17","modified_gmt":"2026-09-08T22:10:17","slug":"georgia-power-encourages-customers-to-take-action-during-national-preparedness-month-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/georgia-power-encourages-customers-to-take-action-during-national-preparedness-month-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Georgia Power encourages customers to take action during National Preparedness Month"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"xn-newslines\">\n<p class=\"xn-distributor\">PR Newswire<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"xn-content\">\n<p class=\"prntac\">\n        <i>Company highlights important safety information and resources to help customers prepare for emergencies\u00a0<\/i>\n      <\/p>\n<p>\n        <span class=\"legendSpanClass\">ATLANTA<\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\">Sept. 8, 2026<\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; As the peak of hurricane season approaches, Georgia Power is reminding its 2.8 million customers to be prepared for emergencies. In support of National Preparedness Month, the company is once again partnering with the\u00a0Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency throughout September.<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\" id=\"DivAssetPlaceHolder1\">\n<p>\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mmx.prnewswire.com\/media\/MS268159\/Georgia-Power-v1-Logo.jpg?id=OA2936787\" title=\"Georgia Power logo. (PRNewsFoto\/Georgia Power)\" alt=\"Georgia Power logo. (PRNewsFoto\/Georgia Power)\" \/>\n        <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>While the state has not\u00a0yet\u00a0experienced a\u00a0major hurricane or tropical storm\u00a0this season,\u00a0National Preparedness Month encourages advance preparation for all types of potential emergencies in homes,\u00a0businesses\u00a0and\u00a0communities.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Georgia Power continues to invest in a stronger, more resilient electric grid that improves reliability for customers on both blue-sky days and during severe weather. Through Smart Grid technology, automation and self-healing capabilities, the company can identify outages faster, reroute power remotely and restore service more efficiently. In 2025 alone, Grid Investment Program projects improved reliability for more than 535,000 customers and, together with self-healing technology, prevented 108 million customer outage minutes while playing a critical role during hurricane season.<\/p>\n<p>Georgia Power encourages all customers to take proactive measures to safeguard their homes and families before disasters strike, including:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>\n          <b>Build an emergency kit<\/b>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Gather enough supplies to sustain everyone in your household for several days, including food, water, medications,\u00a0and other essentials.\u00a0Be sure to consider the unique needs of each family member and pet, especially if an evacuation becomes necessary.\u00a0It&#8217;s\u00a0also\u00a0a good idea\u00a0to prepare a grab-and-go emergency kit with essential items so you can evacuate quickly if needed.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\n          <b>Have an emergency plan<\/b>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Develop an emergency plan and discuss it with your family and close friends before\u00a0an\u00a0emergency. Establish how you will communicate, where you will\u00a0meet\u00a0and what steps you will take if you\u00a0need to evacuate or shelter in place.\u00a0Planning ahead can help reduce stress, save valuable\u00a0time\u00a0and minimize costs during an emergency.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\n          <b>Understand your risks<\/b>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Understand your risks by learning about the hazards and emergencies most likely to affect your area. Knowing what could happen where you live,\u00a0work\u00a0and travel can help you make informed decisions and take the right steps to protect yourself, your\u00a0family\u00a0and your property. Visit the company&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4769638-1&amp;h=2380055042&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.georgiapower.com%2Fabout%2Fsafety%2Foutages-storm-center%2Fbefore-storm.html&amp;a=Storm+Center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Storm Center<\/a>\u00a0page for more information on preparing your home, building an emergency kit, and knowing your risks.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Staying informed during emergencies such as hurricanes, tornadoes and severe thunderstorms is critical, and\u00a0Georgia Power\u00a0offers the following resources to help customers stay connected and informed:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>\n          <b>Outage Alerts<\/b> \u2013\u00a0Customers subscribed to the free Georgia Power Outage Alerts\u00a0service will receive personalized notifications and updates via text message. Check that your contact number is up to date to receive the latest information.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\n          <b>Outage &amp; Storm Center<\/b>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Available at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4769638-1&amp;h=1121555615&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fnam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com%2F%3Furl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fc212.net%252Fc%252Flink%252F%253Ft%253D0%2526l%253Den%2526o%253D4265890-1%2526h%253D131961669%2526u%253Dhttp%25253A%25252F%25252Fwww.georgiapower.com%25252FStorm%2526a%253Dwww.GeorgiaPower.com%25252FStorm%26data%3D05%257C02%257CJBKRAFT%2540southernco.com%257C7cfbcf442ae54e72a8fe08dd31ab9b7e%257Cc0a02e2d1186410a88950a4a252ebf17%257C0%257C0%257C638721335292026109%257CUnknown%257CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%257C0%257C%257C%257C%26sdata%3DfS0T4%252Fw0mZMjrcH1HQ%252Fs0oJgejWlCwnklCb%252BQ55C2aM%253D%26reserved%3D0&amp;a=www.GeorgiaPower.com%2FStorm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">www.GeorgiaPower.com\/Storm<\/a>, customers can visit this site to ensure their contact information is updated to receive Outage Alerts, report and check the status of outages, and access useful safety tips and information. Customers can also report and check the status of an outage 24 hours a day by contacting Georgia Power at 888-891-0938.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\n          <b>Outage Map\u00a0<\/b>\u2013 Housed within the Outage &amp; Storm Center, Georgia Power&#8217;s interactive Outage Map provides near real-time information, allowing users to see where outages are occurring across the state and track estimated restoration times. The map is updated regularly from teams in the field.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\n          <b>Georgia Power Mobile App\u00a0<\/b>\u2013 Download the Georgia Power mobile app for <a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4769638-1&amp;h=4278743393&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fnam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com%2F%3Furl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fc212.net%252Fc%252Flink%252F%253Ft%253D0%2526l%253Den%2526o%253D4265890-1%2526h%253D3602358760%2526u%253Dhttps%25253A%25252F%25252Fapps.apple.com%25252Fus%25252Fapp%25252Fgeorgia-power%25252Fid6447981260%2526a%253DApple%26data%3D05%257C02%257CJBKRAFT%2540southernco.com%257C7cfbcf442ae54e72a8fe08dd31ab9b7e%257Cc0a02e2d1186410a88950a4a252ebf17%257C0%257C0%257C638721335292040045%257CUnknown%257CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%257C0%257C%257C%257C%26sdata%3D%252BAMIO1R8TwuLQ1Xg01TMF6sE15ggmFBY2EmBwK%252BN%252Fhc%253D%26reserved%3D0&amp;a=Apple\" target=\"_blank\" 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type=\"disc\">\n<li>\n          <b>Watch for Georgia Power crews working across the state.<\/b>\u00a0If you must be on the roads, please move over one lane for utility vehicles stopped on the side of the road;\u00a0it&#8217;s\u00a0Georgia law.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\n          <b>Never touch any downed or low-hanging wire.<\/b>\u00a0If going out, watch for and avoid\u00a0down\u00a0wires.\u00a0They can be deadly.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\n          <b>Never pull tree limbs off power lines yourself or enter areas with debris or downed trees, as downed power lines may be concealed.<\/b>\u00a0Customers should call 911 or Georgia Power immediately if they see a fallen or low-hanging power line.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\n          <b>Take care\u00a0if using\u00a0a portable generator.<\/b>\u00a0Follow all\u00a0manufacturer\u00a0instructions, avoid using generators in enclosed spaces and be mindful of electrical safety.\u00a0Visit our website for more\u00a0<a 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Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the company&#8217;s promise to\u00a02.8 million customers\u00a0in all but four of Georgia&#8217;s 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe,\u00a0reliable\u00a0and affordable energy, Georgia Power\u00a0maintains\u00a0a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power offers rates below the national average, focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the company is recognized by J.D. Power as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. 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In support of National Preparedness Month, the company is once again partnering with the\u00a0Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency throughout September. While the state has not\u00a0yet\u00a0experienced a\u00a0major hurricane or tropical storm\u00a0this season,\u00a0National Preparedness Month encourages advance preparation for all types of potential emergencies in homes,\u00a0businesses\u00a0and\u00a0communities.\u00a0 Georgia Power continues to invest in a stronger, more resilient electric grid that improves reliability for customers on both blue-sky days and during severe weather. 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