Richmond Hill power shutdown on Carter Street - WTOC
Richmond Hill power shutdown on Carter Street
RICHMOND HILL, Ga. (WTOC) - According to a social media post by the city of Richmond Hill, Carter Street power will shutdown at 9:30 p.m.
Officials say this is due to a safety concern involving water filtration into electrical equipment.
They say if you would like to leave your home due to power loss, please contact their non-emergency line at (912) 756-3749 to request assistance.
The city of Richmond hill also says public safety officers will be going door-to-door to alert residents in the area of this situation and offer support.
There is a temporary shelter available at First Baptist Church and the city says they can help arrange hotel rooms for displaced residents, including pets.
They say Carter Street is the only area affected by the shutdown.
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