25-04-2025
Local GA Power crews recognized during Lineworker Appreciation Month
GEORGIA (WJBF) – Georgia Power is highlighting the work of local power crews during Hurricane Helene in 2024 and celebrating a recent recognition by Edison Electric Institute (EEI).
Teams in Augusta/Evans and Thomson were awarded with an Emergency Recovery Award from EEI. According to Georgia Power, winners were chosen by a panel of judges following an international nomination process.
'EEI commends Georgia Power for its efforts to respond safely and efficiently to the aftermath of Hurricane Helene,' said EEI interim President and CEO Pat Vincent-Collawn. 'Georgia Power and its storm response team are extremely deserving of this well-deserved recovery award.'
Georgia Power is also recognizing April as Linework Appreciation Month.
'The worst from Hurricane Helene certainly brought out the best in every Georgia Power employee – starting with our lineworkers on the front lines of our response to the historic storm, aided and supported by every other employee who participated in restoration and rebuilding in the aftermath and months following,' said Kim Greene, chairman, president and CEO of Georgia Power. 'This award from EEI is a testament to their shared dedication and commitment to our neighbors and communities, and the excellence they bring in service for our customers when it counts the most.'
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