MIDWAY, Fla. (WTXL) — Debby's outer rain bands have gusty winds that have led to power outages in the Big Bend of Florida and South Georgia. Portable generators can help keep the lights on, but there are steps you should take to avoid dangerous fumes and stay safe. Watch neighborhood Ashley Engle report on proper generator use in the video above.
Neighborhood reporter, Kendall Brandt, updates Tallahassee on power restoration efforts following Hurricane Debby. Watch the video below.
See where power outages are affecting neighborhoods in North Florida and South Georgia in the links below:
- DUKE ENERGY
- GEORGIA POWER
- GRADY EMC
- SUWANNEE VALLEY ELECTRIC
- TALGOV
- TALQUIN ELECTRIC
- THOMASVILLE
- TRI-COUNTY ELECTRIC
In a Sunday night update, Governor Ron DeSantis said approximately 17,000 linemen have been mobilized to assist with power restoration efforts as needed.
For the first time, the state of Florida and its partners are also deploying flood control barriers around utility substations as a new best practice to ensure power is maintained throughout the storm for as many Floridians as possible.
Debby is expected to move through the Big Bend and South Georgia Monday and Tuesday. Get the latest forecast updates here.
