Entegrus has once again answered the call for assistance, deploying crews to support Florida Power & Light (FPL) in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and in preparation for the landfall of Hurricane Milton. A team 14 staff members from Entegrus will be heading to Florida to assist in the restoration of power to thousands of customers affected by the storms.
Jim Hogan, President and CEO of Entegrus, expressed the company's commitment to helping communities in need: “As we’ve done in the past, Entegrus is proud to help our American counterparts in the face of natural disasters. Our crews are experienced and well-equipped to handle the challenging conditions these hurricanes present, and we remain committed to ensuring safety throughout the restoration process. Our thoughts are with all those affected by the storms.”
The Entegrus team will be joined by crews from Bluewater Power, ERTH Power, Essex Powerlines, and E.L.K. Energy, demonstrating the collaborative spirit among Ontario utilities in providing disaster relief. This deployment marks another chapter in Entegrus' history of providing disaster relief across North America. Previously, Entegrus supported FPL during Hurricane Irma in 2017 and responded to other significant events, including Hurricane Sandy in 2012 and Hurricane Katrina in 2005.
Tomo Matesic, Vice President of Engineering and Operations at Entegrus, noted that the duration of the crew's stay will depend on the extent of the damage and the challenges posed by both Hurricane Helene’s aftermath and Hurricane Milton’s anticipated impact. “Our team will assess the situation upon arrival and could be on site for several weeks to ensure power is restored safely and efficiently,” Matesic stated.
The safety of the crews remains a top priority. The team is equipped with the necessary resources to work in extreme conditions, and their extensive experience with storm restoration ensures they will contribute effectively to the restoration efforts.