ATLANTA, Sept. 26, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power
works every day to keep reliability high across the state and,
during fall planting season, reminds customers that making the
right landscaping choices can decrease the likelihood of a power
outage. During summer thunderstorms and winter ice storms, and even
sunny days, tree limbs that come in contact with power lines can
interrupt service. Ensuring that power lines are clear of trees and
brush also provides easier access to the company's power lines,
which means quicker restoration of power during storms.
Georgia Power provides a variety of free resources for
customers, including an illustrated planting guide perfect for
fall, online at www.georgiapower.com/trees. Resources include:
- Defined Low, Medium and Tall Zones around homes and recommended
bush and tree species for each zone.
- Planting tips to help ensure new landscaping is best positioned
for health and growth.
- Pruning tips to ensure proper removal of limbs and branches
from established trees.
- Safety tips including appropriate proximity to power lines and
electrical boxes, as well as the importance of contacting
Georgia 811 to have underground
utilities located prior to digging.
In addition to helping customers select the right trees to
plant, Georgia Power maintains 160,000 line acres and 24,000 miles
of transmission and distribution lines under guidelines set by the
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the North American
Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC). These maintenance
activities are an essential piece of the company's commitment to
ensuring reliable service for 2.5 million customers in every corner
of the state.
Other free tools and resources from Georgia Power include the
Outage & Storm Center at www.georgiapower.com/storm, where
customer can sign up for Outage Alerts and report and check the
status of outage. The Outage & Storm Center also features an
interactive Outage Map which provides near real-time information on
where outages are occurring across the state, as well as estimated
restoration times.
About Georgia Power
Georgia Power is the largest
subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), one of the nation's
largest generators of electricity. Value, Reliability,
Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the
company's promise to 2.5 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, 21st century 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 and connect with the company on Facebook
(Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower) and Twitter
(Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower).
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