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Lineworkers honored at Georgia State Capitol for Hurricane Helene response
SOSouthern Company(SO) Prnewswire·2025-03-11 20:25

Core Points - Georgia Power, alongside state lawmakers, celebrated March 11, 2025, as Georgia Linemen Day to honor lineworkers for their efforts during Hurricane Helene, the most destructive storm in the company's history [1][2][3] - Senate Resolution 253 acknowledges the hazardous conditions faced by lineworkers, who worked up to 18-hour days to restore power after widespread outages caused by the hurricane [3] - The event precedes the annual Lineworker Appreciation Month in April, which recognizes the contributions of lineworkers across the country [3] Company Overview - Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company, serving 2.7 million customers in Georgia [5] - The company is committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy, maintaining a diverse generation mix that includes nuclear, coal, natural gas, and renewables [5] - Georgia Power is recognized for its customer satisfaction, being an industry leader according to J.D. Power [5]