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A Cheer for the Guys Keeping the Power Lines Up in this Storm!

Discussion in 'Random Ramblings' started by welsummerchicks, Feb 2, 2011.

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  1. Feb 2, 2011 #1
    welsummerchicks

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    Talked to a guy that works on the power lines, he was buying new hiking boots, and stocking up to leave his family, to go work on the power lines for the next 3 or 4 days. After they get done fixing all the downed lines in the NE of this state, they're subcontracted to another state, so he won't be getting a lot of rest for a while!
     
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    dewey

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    [​IMG] They fly my BIL all over the U.S. to work on lines in emergencies. It's a tough, dangerous job, and I'm so thankful for all the people that get the job done.
     
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    I used to work for NECA IBEW and I'm always thankful for the jobs they did. Its hard and grueling work, particuarly the winter of 2006 which it was a wake up call for them.

    Even today, I don't know HOW in the world they put up with sub zero temps with windchill factors of -15 degrees in the bucket installing the lines. [​IMG] EVen the best of Carhart coats can not make them warm enough!
     
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    WingingIt

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    My brother is on a crew coming to help. People up here were so nice and came and helped them when Katrina hit and they see it as a chance to repay the favor.
     

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