Excelsior EMC announces 100% power outage across service territory due to Hurricane Helene

Excelsior EMC is reporting a whole energy outage throughout its total service territory following the affect of Hurricane Helene, which made an unexpected transfer by the jap a part of Georgia by the late hours of the evening. The storm has brought on unprecedented harm, leaving not solely Excelsior EMC but in addition a number of different cooperatives throughout the area going through widespread devastation. Many neighboring cooperatives are reporting outages at or close to 100%.

At first look, this appears to be the worst storm in Excelsior EMC’s historical past. The harm is in depth and situations stay harmful for each our crews and the general public. We wish to guarantee everybody that we’re working as shortly as doable to evaluate the scenario and make needed repairs to revive energy. 

Key Updates:

• 100% of Excelsior EMC’s service territory is presently with out energy.

• Neighboring cooperatives in Georgia are additionally experiencing large outages.

• Injury assessments are ongoing and the total scope of the destruction remains to be being decided.

Security First, Then Restoration

The protection of our members, the general public, and our crews is our highest precedence. Excelsior EMC urges everybody to remain protected and cautious throughout this time, as hazardous situations persist in lots of areas. 

We’ve already taken motion to usher in additional crews and sources, however the extent of the harm signifies that some members could also be with out energy for a number of days, possibly longer. We perceive how troublesome that is, and we want we had higher information to share presently. Nevertheless, we would like our members to know that we’re absolutely mobilized and dedicated to restoring energy as shortly and safely as doable.

Neighborhood Assist Wanted

Excelsior EMC is asking on the group to be affected person and supply their help because the cooperative works across the clock to handle the scenario. “We’re all palms on deck after which some,” mentioned Bronson Bragdon, Director of Advertising and Communications. “This restoration effort can be an extended one, however with the power of our group, we are going to get by this.”

Keep Knowledgeable

Excelsior EMC will proceed to offer updates on energy restoration efforts by way of social media platforms and native information shops. We encourage members to remain related for the newest info.