Power Outage in Cornelia, GA

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Cornelia Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

June 22, 2019 - Thunderstorm Wind

County comms reported multiple trees and power lines blown down in the Alto area.

Raoul - Raoul
April 19, 2019 - Thunderstorm Wind

NWS storm survey found an area of straight line wind damage in extreme southwest Habersham County. Numerous trees along with a couple of power poles were blown down from Heads Ferry Rd to just southwest of Duncan Bridge Rd. Some minor structural damage also occurred to a few homes.

Baldwin - View
March 17, 2018 - Thunderstorm Wind

County comms reported a tree blown down with power outages at the intersection of Old Highway 441 at Abbington way and at Old 441 and Thacker Rd. Another tree was down at the Orchard Rd and Orchard Dr.

Hills - Turnerville
August 10, 2015 - Thunderstorm Wind

County comms reported multiple trees and power lines blown down throughout Habersham County and roof damage to a government office in Clarkesville.

Harvest - New Switzerland
August 10, 2015 - Thunderstorm Wind

County comms reported multiple trees and power lines blown down throughout Habersham County and roof damage to a government office in Clarkesville.

Harvest - New Switzerland

Episodes

February 24, 2016

Very strong west/northwest winds developed across the mountains of northeast Georgia behind a cold front during the afternoon, and continued into the evening before diminishing. Numerous trees were blown down across the area, some of which fell on and took down power lines, resulting in scattered power outages.

April 16, 2007

After an intense, but relatively brief high wind event affected the mountains and foothills on the evening of the 15th, another widespread damaging high wind event developed during the day of the 16th. Thousands of trees fell across the area, resulting in widespread power outages. Numerous trees fell on roads, homes, and vehicles.

April 15, 2007

Very strong winds developed during the evening of the 15th behind a strong cold front. Winds likely gusted to as high as 70 mph at the peaks of the event. Widespread damage occurred to trees and power lines, with numerous power outages reported across the area. A few trees fell on and damaged homes.

May 26, 2006

Emergency manager reported a 100 yard-wide, half mile long, damage path in Tallulah Falls. Fourteen large trees were uprooted and power lines blown down. One tree fell on a house.and another fell on a garage. Nickel size hail accompanied the storm.

January 14, 2006

Strong winds developed behind a cold front across the mountains of Georgia during the late morning, and continued through the remainder of the day. There was widespread damage to trees and power lines, with quite a few power outages. A 37-year-old man was injured in Clayton, GA when a tree snapped off and fell on him. At least 1 vehicle was crushed by a fallen tree in Clayton.

News

Power Restored to 6,500+ Residents in Montgomery County – NBC4 Washington

More than 6,500 residents are without power in Montgomery County, Maryland, on Sunday, the hottest day of the year.

Jul 24, 2022

Gusty winds topple trees causing scattered power outages across Northeast Georgia - Now Habersham

Law enforcement reports a number of trees are down on the south end of Habersham County.

Mar 12, 2022

Snow, winter weather north Georgia, metro Atlanta | Live Updates | 11alive.com

Here's how the weather is impacting Georgia.

Jan 17, 2022

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Power is out on Wayside St. in Cornelia. Thank you, linemen, for going out in the freezing cold in the middle of the night to restore power for all of us. You guys are terrific!

Susan Kyle | October 31, 2019  

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What is Power Outage?

Power outage (also called a power cut, a power blackout, power failure or a blackout) is a short-term or a long-term loss of the electric power to a particular area.

What Causes Power Outages?

  • Severe weather (high winds, lightning, winter storms, heat waves, rain or flooding can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
  • Other damage to electric transmission lines (vehicle accidents, trees, and animals can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
  • Repairing, maintenance or upgrades on power lines and equipment.

What are the Top Outage Safety Tips?

  • Stay away from the downed power lines, park vehicles in protected areas;
  • Unplug appliances and electronics, limit cell phone use to conserve battery life;
  • Use portable generators outdoors only, well away from open windows and doors;
  • Pack perishable foods into a cooler, keep refrigerator and freezer doors shut as much as possible.

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Cornelia, Georgia

City Cornelia
County Habersham
State Georgia (GA)
Country United States
Zip Codes 30531

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