Monroe, Georgia Residents Face Widespread Power Outage Amid Heatwave
A significant power outage is impacting residents of Monroe, Georgia, and surrounding areas of Walton County, leaving many without electricity and experiencing connectivity issues. The outage, which began Monday evening, July 28, 2025, is attributed to the failure of multiple transformers due to unusually high temperatures.
Outage Details and Impact
As of 6 p.m. on Monday, July 28, 2025, city officials announced the loss of several transformers within a 30-minute period. The City of Monroe anticipates that internet services will be disrupted for those in close proximity to the affected areas. This widespread disruption is causing concern for residents relying on digital connectivity for essential services.
“Some Walton County residents are facing connectivity issues,” a city spokesperson confirmed.
Restoration Efforts Underway
Crews are actively working to restore power to the affected areas. Officials express optimism that the majority of issues will be automatically resolved once the power outage is corrected. However, residents experiencing continued problems after power is restored are encouraged to contact the after-hours center at 770-267-7536 or 770-267-3429 to submit a service ticket.
The City of Monroe is coordinating with local resources to address the situation. 11Alive News has reached out to the city for further details regarding support for residents during the outage.
Staying Informed
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as they become available. Residents are encouraged to monitor local news sources, including the 11Alive News mobile app, for the latest information on the Monroe power outage and other breaking news in the Atlanta and north Georgia region.
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The City of Monroe, GA Government posted an update regarding the outage on Monday, July 28, 2025.
Residents are advised to exercise caution and prepare for potential disruptions while restoration efforts continue.
