Georgia’s peak for severe weather — including tornadoes — is between January and May, according to the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency. The stronger a severe weather event is, the more likely it is to cause unavoidable outages, as high winds...
As temperatures drop in North Georgia, the possibility of extreme winter weather rises. Here are a few tips to help you get ready and stay ready for winter weather: Learn about winter weather hazards Winter weather can introduce snow, subfreezing temperatures, strong...
NGEMC accounts eligible for the Georgia Agricultural Tax Exemption (GATE) must renew their tax-exempt status each year with the State’s Department of Agriculture. Once you receive your renewed GATE Card, please be sure to share it with NGEMC by Dec. 31 in order to...
Programmable thermostats are a great way to maximize energy efficiency in your home. However, an incorrectly installed or programmed thermostat can bypass your heat pump’s normal operation and engage your emergency or auxiliary heat more than needed. Here are a few...
The 2024-2025 Art Contest is open for students in kindergarten through fifth grade. The theme for this year’s art contest is “Power with Purpose.” Contest details: The deadline to enter is Dec. 13, 2024. Winners will be selected from two age...
