More than 100,000 customers in Georgia were without power because of the severe weather on Saturday. The heavy rain and strong winds caused trees to fall, ripped roofs apart and collapsed walls in buildings.
By Sunday morning at 11:30 a.m., service had been restored for all but about 17,500 customers statewide, according to Georgia Power and Georgia EMC. The majority of those in north and northwest Georgia.
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In Bremen, Georgia an external wall of a Goody’s store collapsed. Jay Hurley, Bremen Fire Rescue Chief says it is most likely wind damage. There were people inside the store at the time but they are all safe.
Damage to that part of the building also damaged the plumbing and electrical. The store will be closed for an indefinite amount of time, according to officials on the scene.
After the storm left, a purple sky appeared over Carroll County. 11Alive reporter Chenue Her snapped a picture of the sky in the background of the damage.
Carrollton Police Department posted a picture of the sky casting its purple glow over a parking lot and train cars.
In the post, they said "While trees are down, debris is everywhere, and power is out, we are grateful for no reports of injuries."
In Rome, Georgia part of the roof from Benjamin F. Edwards & Co. on Martha Berry Blvd NW flew off as the storm’s winds arrived. 11Alive photojournalist Stephen Boissy was setting up for a live shot and recording when the debris flew.
There were also fallen trees throughout the county.
In Atlanta, there are several reports of trees down. First responders are working to keep the area safe while crews arrive to clear them.
Along Glenwood Avenue, several fallen trees blocked traffic and knocked down power lines near the intersection with Moreland Avenue. Crews worked for several hours to remove debris, restore traffic and power service in that area.
In Bartow County, Georgia multiple trees and power lines are down. Two large buildings are reporting roof damage, including the Presbyterian church in Euharlee, according to the fire department. One of the fallen trees also caused a gas leak at the Budgetel on Carson Loop, causing evacuations, the fire department said.
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