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Georgia Power supports National Utility Scam Awareness Week from November 16-20, providing tips to protect customers from scams. The company emphasizes that it will never demand credit card payments over the phone or send employees for in-person payment collection. Customers are advised to contact the official customer service line if they suspect fraud. Georgia Power collaborates with law enforcement to combat utility scams and offers resources online for consumer protection.

Southern Company has announced grants to support technology initiatives at 21 historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) as part of its $50 million HBCU initiative launched in January 2020. This funding addresses challenges worsened by the pandemic, providing essential technology tools and infrastructure. The grants, up to $500,000 each, are aimed at enhancing career readiness for students. Since the initiative began, the company has invested over $6 million in HBCUs, reinforcing its commitment to education and equity in the face of recent calls for social justice.

Georgia Power has successfully restored power to 99% of over 806,000 customers affected by Hurricane Zeta, with only about 1,000 customers still without service. More than 4,000 personnel worked continuously to address extensive damage, including over 700 broken poles and 3,400 spans of downed wire. The hardest-hit areas include Atlanta and North Georgia. Customers with damaged service entry points must make repairs before reconnection. The company emphasizes safety measures in the aftermath of the storm.

Georgia Power restored power to over 97% of its customers affected by Hurricane Zeta, amounting to approximately 798,000 customers. By 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 1, around 10,000 customers remained powerless, with 4,000 personnel and contractors deployed for restoration. Damage assessment revealed over 700 broken poles, 3,400 spans of wire down, and 250 damaged transformers, particularly hitting areas like Atlanta and North Georgia. High winds during the hurricane complicated restoration efforts. The company urges customers to prioritize safety and be cautious around downed power lines.

As of November 1, 2020, Georgia Power has successfully restored power to over 785,000 customers, accounting for more than 95% of those affected by Hurricane Zeta. Approximately 25,000 customers remain without power. The restoration effort involves over 4,000 personnel, including staff from 14 states. Damage from the hurricane includes over 600 broken poles and 1,800 spans of downed wire. Crews are facing challenges due to blocked roads and downed trees. The company prioritizes safety during restoration.

Georgia Power has successfully restored electric service to over 750,000 customers following Hurricane Zeta. As of 6 p.m. Saturday, approximately 55,000 customers remain without power. The utility has over 4,000 personnel working to speed up restoration, supported by crews from 14 other states. Damage includes over 600 broken poles, more than 1,800 spans of wire down, and over 240 damaged transformers. Customers are advised to prioritize safety and avoid downed power lines.

Georgia Power has restored electricity to over 700,000 customers post-Hurricane Zeta, with approximately 68,000 still without power as of 1 p.m. on Saturday. The storm caused significant damage, including over 600 broken poles and more than 240 damaged transformers. The company is currently securing additional resources from 14 states to aid restoration efforts. Customers are advised to remain vigilant about safety concerning downed power lines and hazards.

Georgia Power has restored electric service to over 700,000 customers following Hurricane Zeta, with approximately 78,000 still without power. Restoration efforts face challenges due to widespread damage, particularly in northern Georgia, where wind gusts reached 75 mph. Currently, resources for restoration are limited, but the company has secured assistance from 14 states. The advanced electric grid has facilitated power restoration despite adverse conditions. Georgia Power encourages safety precautions around downed wires and ongoing repair efforts.

Georgia Power has restored electric service to nearly 741,000 customers following Hurricane Zeta, with approximately 129,000 customers still without power as of 7 p.m. Friday. Damage assessments indicate severe infrastructure impacts, including over 500 broken poles and more than 1,600 spans of wire down. The storm caused widespread damage, particularly in northern Georgia, with restoration efforts hindered by downed trees. The company has secured resources from 14 states and continues to update restoration estimates.