Our offices will be closed on Monday, September 6, 2021 in observance of Labor Day. We will resume normal office hours on Tuesday, September 7. Wishing you a safe and happy holiday weekend!
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Labor Day Office Closings
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Restoration work from Tropical Storm Ida continues.
Crews have worked through the night battling the destruction Tropical Storm Ida brought with her yesterday. We have already replaced several broken poles.
Outages were widespread, occurring all across our service area. 777 members in 25 separate areas are currently out of power in Cherokee, Gilmer, Lumpkin, Murray and Pickens counties.
All across our service area trees fell bringing down power lines and/or blocking roadways. This had to be cleared before the damage could be assessed and restoration work could begin. In some cases, the roads were flooded causing a delay in the restoration process.
At the present time, we anticipate all outages that have already been assessed will be restored before nightfall. The exception is those who may have damage to their individual services that require repairs on their part before we can restore the power. One thing of concern is the potential for additional outages to occur today caused by winds, more trees falling from the saturated ground, etc.
In the Conasauga Road area, the road was flooded last night, preventing our crews from getting in there to assess the damage. Once the damage assessment has been completed, we will be able to provide more information.
Please remember to stay away from any downed power lines. Stay clear to stay safe. We thank you for your patience as we continue our restoration work today. All power will be restored as soon as is safely possible.
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Stay aware of changing weather conditions today.
Please be careful and stay aware of the changing weather conditions today. Please make sure you have multiple ways of being notified should your area be in danger.
Please take any necessary precautions or preparations in the event you should experience a power loss. Heavy rains and high wind gusts are in the forecast today and this evening. One helpful source is www.ready.gov, a national public service campaign designed to assist residents in preparing for power outages, flooding and several other topics.
Due to heavy rains and high winds that passed through our service area late yesterday afternoon, our crews worked outages last night and are still restoring power in the affected areas. Currently, 744 members are without power. Please remember to stay away from any downed power lines – always assume they are energized and stay clear to stay safe!
Power outages may be reported to the following numbers only: 706-253-0359 OR 706-276-0359 OR 706-864-0359. Real time outage information is available at www.amicalolaemc.com or through our mobile app. The app is available in the Apple App Store or Google Play. You may also report an outage, view your bill or make a payment through the app. Search for Amicalola EMC to download.
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POLE INSPECTIONS TO BEGIN ALONG HWY 108 IN CHEROKEE COUNTY
Amicalola EMC, and other utility companies, routinely perform power pole inspection and maintenance programs. This is done to reduce replacement costs, extend the life of the poles and to increase the safety and reliability of the electric system.
For the next two months, pole inspections will be taking place in Cherokee County on Hwy 108.
Inspections are being conducted by McCullough Utilities. A sign identifying them as a “Contractor for Amicalola EMC” will be visible on the vehicles.
Maintenance projects like these help us keep the lights on. Amicalola EMC members should not be inconvenienced in any way. Please contact Member Service at 706-253-5200 for more information.
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Lower your summer energy bill by raising the thermostat
Did you know almost half of your electric bill comes from heating and cooling your home? For energy efficiency, we recommend a summer thermostat setting of 78 degrees. For every degree below the recommended setting, you can expect a 3%-5% increase in energy use.
Each year the Georgia Public Service Commission conducts rate surveys and their findings show that Amicalola EMC continues to have rates that are lower than the state average and lower than the local investor owned utility.
We work hard every day to keep the lights on and the rates affordable. For more ways to save, please visit the HomeEnergy Suite on our home page.
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Bright Ideas Early Bird Deadline August 31
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Save energy by changing air filter
Replace disposable air filters regularly. We recommend every 30-60 days. If you can see dirt in a filter, it’s likely 50% clogged.
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Don’t fall victim to a scam!
Please don’t fall victim to a scam. It has been reported that Amicalola EMC members may have received telephone calls stating they are eligible for a “meter upgrade” , given a telephone number and asked to call. Amicalola EMC has not authorized any calls regarding meter upgrades. If you receive a call from anyone regarding meter upgrades that says they are representing Amicalola EMC, we advise you to hang up. You may call us at 706-253-5200 OR 706-276-5200 OR 706-864-7979 any time you want to verify something about your electric account. Please use caution when giving out any personal information.
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Summer Energy-Saving Tip
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AEMC NOMINATING COMMITTEE MEETS
The 2021 Nominating Committee met on June 29, 2021, and prepared a list of nominations for election of three directors at the Annual Meeting to be held on October 2, 2021.
Nominated for directors to be elected by a vote of the members at the Annual Meeting are David Pierce, representing Post #2 (Gilmer County & Fannin County); Travis Cline representing Post #5 (Cherokee County); Reggie Stowers, representing Post #8 (Lumpkin County & Dawson County).
Other nominations may be made by Nomination by Petition of 15 or more members. A Nomination by Petition must be made within 60 days prior to the Annual Meeting. For more information, you may call the headquarters office in Jasper, (706) 253-5200.