Have you ever wondered who restores the power when it goes out? Florida’s lineworkers are the backbone of the electric industry, and tomorrow, August 26, is Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day. Join the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) in celebrating lineworkers and their daily hard work to keep our electricity running.
“Florida’s active storm season causes electric outages, and the state’s lineworkers ensure those outages are short-lived,” said PSC Chairman Andrew Fay. “It’s fitting that Florida sets aside a day to recognize the men and women who keep our lights on. I hope you’ll join me tomorrow in taking some time to #ThankALineman.”
Florida’s lineworkers are highly skilled professionals trained to work safely and efficiently during high winds, rain, and other inclement conditions. When needed, they selflessly leave their families to travel to other parts of the country to help restore power to communities struggling after a storm. Collectively, lineworkers maintain the nation’s more than 5.5 million miles of local distribution lines.
In 2012, the Florida House of Representatives created Lineworker Appreciation Day, honoring the thousands of workers risking their lives daily to ensure the delivery of reliable electric service throughout the state.
Join the PSC on Twitter @floridapsc to #ThankALineman on this special day of gratitude and recognition.
View the Commission’s Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day public service announcement here.
For additional information, visit www.floridapsc.com.
