ATLANTA, May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power is
joining with other organizations across the country to recognize
this week as National Safe Boating Week – a time to highlight and
reinforce the importance of safety on the country's lakes, rivers
and oceans. More than two million visitors safely enjoy Georgia
Power's 15 lake properties each year.
Boaters visiting any of Georgia Power's lakes can ensure a safe
and enjoyable experience by remembering simple safety tips such
as:
- Wear a Life Jacket – Young or old, and no matter how
well you can swim, always wear a life jacket (or a personal
flotation device) while on the
water.
- Pools vs. Lakes – Make sure children know the difference
between pools and lakes – lakes can produce currents, uncertainty
on water depth and hidden natural features under the
water.
- CPR Basics – Spend a few minutes learning CPR
basics. Knowing the proper way to perform CPR can save a life
on the lake, or every day. Classes and basic information is
available from the American Red Cross (www.redcross.org/cpr) and
the American Heart Association (www.heart.org).
- Watch your Speed – Be a courteous boater and watch your
speed just like you would on the road. Watch for signage and follow
the posted instructions.
- Light at Night – Make sure your boat is equipped with
proper lighting if you are going to be on the water at night.
There's always something happening at Georgia Power lakes. The
company invites fans of all of the lakes to visit the company's
regional lake Facebook pages to receive the latest news and
information on local events and lake conditions, and share their
personal experiences. Facebook communities include:
- Facebook.com/NorthGeorgiaLakes (Lakes Burton,
Seed, Rabun, Tugalo, Yonah and Tallulah Falls)
- Facebook.com/WestGeorgiaLakes (Lakes Harding, Lake Oliver,
Worth, Goat Rock Lake, North Highlands)
- Facebook.com/CentralGeorgiaLakes (Lakes Jackson and
Juliette)
- Facebook.com/EastGeorgiaLakes (Lakes Oconee and
Sinclair)
To learn more about Georgia Power lakes, visit
www.GeorgiaPowerLakes.com.
About Georgia Power
Georgia Power is the largest
subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), one of the nation's
largest generators of electricity. Value, Reliability,
Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the
company's promise to 2.5 million customers in all but four of
Georgia's 159 counties. Committed
to delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy at rates
below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse,
innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, 21st century coal
and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric
and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering
world-class service to its customers every day and the company is
consistently recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry
leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit
www.GeorgiaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook
(Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower) and Twitter
(Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower).
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