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A planned high-voltage transmission line by Georgia Power has led to controversy in Chatham County, Georgia, where homeowner Paul Grizzard seeks to protect a 300-year-old oak tree on his property. Initially informed that only branches would need trimming, Grizzard later learned the entire tree was at risk.

The tree has been designated as 'exceptional' by a county arborist, preventing its destruction under local ordinance. This designation may hinder Georgia Power's project, which aims to meet growing energy demands while minimizing environmental impact.