Clarkesville is actively working to recover from the storm that struck the city Sunday morning, bringing significant damage to power lines and trees. The storm, believed to have been a downburst, caused widespread disruptions, especially in the Rocky Branch Road and Gabrels Drive areas.
Power restoration efforts in progress
Georgia Power crews have been on the ground since early Sunday, working diligently to restore electricity to the affected neighborhoods. Several crews have focused on repairing power poles and restringing power lines along the transmission right-of-way on Gabrels Drive. Before work on the power lines could begin, teams had to clear multiple large trees that had fallen across roads and utility lines.
At this time, Georgia Power has not provided an exact time estimate for when power will be fully restored. As of 4 p.m., over 340 customers in the affected areas, extending toward Clarkesville Mill, remain without power. The company’s outage map suggests that power could be fully restored by 5 p.m. today, though residents are advised to stay updated as the situation evolves.
While much of Clarkesville, including the downtown area, was without power until mid-morning on Sunday, most parts of the city have since seen their power restored.
Efforts to clear storm debris
In addition to power restoration, city and county crews were focusing on debris removal in the Clarkesville area. The storm left behind a trail of fallen trees, branches, and debris, blocking roads and creating safety hazards in several areas.
Clarkesville residents are urged to remain cautious while recovery efforts continue, especially around downed power lines and fallen trees. Georgia Power has also asked residents in the affected areas to report any new hazards or downed lines as they are identified.
