Eversource sends crews to assist in Helene power restoration

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – In the wake of Hurricane Helene, Eversource is assisting in power restoration efforts for more than three million people without power.

Approximately 40 line crews from Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Connecticut, along with 20 support personnel gathered early Sunday morning to assist in recovery efforts. Crews departed at 6:00 a.m. from Eversources Springfield Work Center to make the trip to Virginia to support crews from Appalachian Power.

“This is how mutual aid works, this is what utilities do after a devastating storm – we show up for each other in times of need and I’m proud of our employees who’ve stepped up and they’ll work tirelessly to get power back for the people impacted by this powerful hurricane,” said Eversource Chairman, CEO, and President, Joe Nolan.  “There have been many times we’ve had to bring in resources from other utilities around the country to support our communities in our states after a devastating storm and now it’s our turn to help our fellow utility companies to our south while keeping the appropriate number of crews here at home to address any local issues that may arise.”

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