Power Outage in Fitzgerald, GA

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Fitzgerald Wtr Lgt & Bond Comm
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(229) 426-5455
Irwin Electric Membership Corp
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(888) 308-6582
Georgia Power
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(888) 891-0938 Report Online
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Satilla REMC
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(888) 738-6926 Report Online
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Middle Georgia El Member Corp
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(229) 268-2671

Fitzgerald Power Outages Caused by Weather

Events

June 17, 2022 - Thunderstorm Wind

A few hundred power outages occurred across northern Ben Hill county as gusty winds from a thunderstorm moved through.

Queensland - Queensland
January 2, 2022 - Thunderstorm Wind

Power lines were blown down along with some structural damage to outbuildings and a shop in northwestern Ben Hill county in the vicinity of Sweet Pea and Salem Church Road.

Westwood - Westwood
May 4, 2021 - Thunderstorm Wind

Multiple county roads and state routes were closed due to downed trees and power lines. One mobile home suffered major damage and one house suffered minor damage.

Fitzgerald - Fitzgerald
May 11, 2019 - Thunderstorm Wind

A tree was blown down onto a power line.

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June 25, 2018 - Thunderstorm Wind

A tree and a power line were blown down at the intersection of Lee Street and Sultana Drive.

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Episodes

July 26, 2013

An isolated severe storm developed over rural Ben Hill county and caused a power line to blow down northeast of Fitzgerald.

News

Six Flags Great Adventure closed during power outage

Hurricane Harbor and Wild Safari are operating as scheduled, according to a Six Flags spokeswoman.

Jul 22, 2022

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Power Outage FAQs

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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Fitzgerald, Georgia

City Fitzgerald
County Ben Hill
State Georgia (GA)
Country United States
Zip Codes 31750

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