By 9 p.m. Tuesday, the service area reached substantial restoration with at least 98% of members hav...

October 2, 2024

Clay Electric lineworkers, assisted by mutual aid and contract crews, continued Tuesday to repair damage caused by Major Hurricane Helene, which caused severe damage to the co-op's entire 15-county service area.

By 9 p.m. Tuesday, the service area reached substantial restoration with at least 98% of members having power. Crews will continue restoration efforts until all members are restored.

Some important updates:

• 99% of members in Alachua and Union counties are restored.
• We estimate that 98% of Columbia County will be restored by 10 p.m. Wednesday.
• The Three Rivers Estates and Wilson Springs neighborhoods of Fort White in Columbia County are estimated to have power restored by 10 p.m. Friday.