Wisconsin
Wisconsin utility crews on their way to Florida
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) – Energy crews from Wisconsin are already nicely on their option to Florida to assist restore energy to lots of of hundreds of individuals after Hurricane Ian.
Almost 50 electrical line employees from throughout Wisconsin, together with Shawano and Manitowoc, packed up Thursday morning.
The group makes up many years of expertise and features a designated member to observe the security of the employees.
They defined why they’re taking up the daunting job.
“We’re out of energy up right here for possibly a day, possibly two. They’re out of energy for 2, three, 4 weeks typically. Individuals are fairly appreciative of while you come down there and assist them,” Mark Zielsdorf stated.
The teams rendezvoused in South Beloit. They’ll drive 11 hours to Tennessee, which will likely be their staging space earlier than going to their locations in Florida.
Crews are anticipated to be in Florida for a few weeks.
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