TALLAHASSEE, FL — Nearly one million power customers were without electricity across Florida, Alabama, and Georgia early Saturday as Isaias moved through the Southeast. Outage tracking showed 925,590 customers without power as of 6 AM Central time. The figures count utility customers, not individual people, meaning the number of residents affected is likely much higher. Isaias has left a widespread mark on the region after making landfall along the Florida Panhandle.
Outages Climb Past 925,000 Customers
As of 6 AM Central time Saturday, 925,590 customers were without power across the three states. A peak outage figure of 924,553 was recorded at 7:10 AM Eastern time on October 10.
The outages represent a fraction of the more than 160 million customers tracked nationwide. However, the concentration in the Southeast shows how heavily Isaias affected communities in its path.
Florida Carries the Largest Share of Outages
Florida accounts for the largest portion of outages, particularly across the Panhandle near where Isaias came ashore. Earlier reports showed roughly 430,000 customers without power in Florida.
Strong winds and storm surge along the coast caused significant damage to trees and power lines. Crews will need time to assess damage before restoring service in the hardest-hit areas.
Alabama and Georgia Also See Widespread Outages
Alabama reported about 290,000 customers without power earlier Saturday morning as Isaias moved north through the state. Damaging wind gusts topped 50 mph in several central Alabama communities.
Georgia also saw more than 100,000 customers lose power, including nearly 20,000 in Metro Atlanta. Strong winds and saturated ground brought down trees across much of the state.
Customers, Not People, Are Counted
Outage numbers reflect utility customer accounts, such as homes and businesses, rather than individual people. A single household account may include several family members.
Because of that, the actual number of people without power across the Southeast is likely well over one million. Large outages can also affect traffic signals, businesses, and water systems.
Residents Urged to Use Caution During Restoration
Residents should stay away from downed power lines and report them to their utility provider. Using generators safely, outdoors and away from windows, is important to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
Power restoration may take days in some areas depending on the extent of the damage. Residents should keep checking updates from local utilities and emergency officials.
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