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!
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.
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. EVen the best of Carhart coats can not make them warm enough!
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.
