Augusta National Golf Club chairman Fred Ridley said the club is assessing damage at the iconic course after the area was hit hard by Hurricane Helene on Friday morning.
In a statement, Ridley said the club was focusing on helping its staff, neighbors and business owners in Augusta who were affected by damage. At least 15 people were killed in Georgia, and the storm left more than 1 million people without power in the state, according to Gov. Brian Kemp.
“Our Augusta community has suffered catastrophic and historic impact from Hurricane Helene,” Ridley said. “We currently are assessing the effects at Augusta National Golf Club.
“In the meantime, our focus and efforts are foremost with our staff, neighbors and…
