POWERSOUTH CONTINUES TO MONITOR LAKE LEVELS DUE TO HEAVY RAINFALL

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 15, 2009

ANDALUSIA, ALA. — Due to heavy rainfall, PowerSouth Energy Cooperative continues a controlled release at Gantt and Point A dams. PowerSouth initiated its high water notification action plan at 6:30 p.m. last evening as the tail water below Point A dam exceeded 25 feet.

PowerSouth controls the operation of the dams at Gantt and Point A lakes on the Conecuh River near Gantt, Ala., which are subject to government-mandated water levels. Laws require PowerSouth to maintain 33.80 to 34.30 feet of depth at Gantt Lake, and 40 to 40.50 feet at Point A. As of 9 a.m. today, pool levels were 34.01 feet at Gantt and 40 feet at Point A — both below normal levels.

“We continue our controlled release at both dams,” said Mark Ingram PowerSouth Communication Manager. “With more rain expected over the next six to eight hours, it may be necessary to lower the lakes even more.”

PowerSouth will continue to closely monitor conditions on the lakes and manage resources with extreme caution. Individuals with boats and other water-related equipment should always be alert to changing conditions on the lakes and be prepared to take necessary steps to protect their property.

“Residents around the lakes are reminded that lake elevations are always subject to change, depending on conditions,” Ingram said. “Residents are reminded to stay abreast of the weather situation and take necessary safety precautions. Low-lying areas should be avoided. Also avoid downed power lines and contact your local electric provider in the event of a power outage.”

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About PowerSouth:

PowerSouth serves the wholesale energy needs of 16 electric cooperatives and four municipal electric systems in Alabama and northwest Florida, with more than a million consumers in 39 Alabama and 10 Florida counties. PowerSouth is dedicated to providing reliable energy at the lowest possible cost to its members.

For more information:

Mark Ingram, Corporate Communication Manager

334.427.3330

mark.ingram@powersouth.com

www.powersouth.com

PowerSouth is an EEO and AAP employer

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