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Linemen Recognized On First-Ever National Lineman Appreciation Day
April 19, 2013
Thursday was National Lineman Appreciation Day. The day was set after the U.S. Senate approved a resolution honoring lineworkers for their efforts to keep the power flowing.
“EREC’s linemen are the cream of the crop. These men are dedicated to keeping power delivered to every home on our system around the clock, regardless of weather conditions,” said Escambia River Electric Cooperative CEO/General Manager Clay Campbell.
The bill was introduced by U.S. Sens. Johnny Isakson (R-Ga.) and Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) “recognizing linemen, the profession of linemen, the contributions of these brave men and women who protect public safety”. It passed unanimously.
Pictured: Linemen work earlier this year on an electrical system upgrade in Walnut Hill. NorthEscambia.com file photos, click to enlarge.
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6 Responses to “Linemen Recognized On First-Ever National Lineman Appreciation Day”
So many things we all take for granted…thanks to the linemen for keeping the AC/HEAT on while we sleep at night…You are of an infamous group.
WE APPRECIATE EACH AND EVERY LINEMAN ACROSS THIS COUNTRY….THEY RISK THEIR LIVES EVERYDAY AND THEY GO TO HELP OTHER AREAS IN EMERGENCY SITUATIONS. SHOUT OUT TO REA IN ATMORE…WE LOVE YA!
Well deserved for ALL linemen. Only about a hundred years overdue.
We really do appreciate the EREC’s linemen. They do a great job. Well deserve.
These guy are unsung heroes everyday! They risk life and limb that we may have the comforts of life powered up for our daily use and keep the power flowing to our hospitals and schools! Then when the storms come their out their risking their lives trying to restore power to us all ! It seems that every year we hear of a lineman getting killed while at work ,, so today pray for their safety and if you see one tell him thank you for the job he does and if you can do something nice to show your appreciation ! God bless the line men of our country and let them know were praying for them !
Awesome! Lineman are awesome. Glad they get a day..