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  1. 10-17-2018, 11:32 AM #1
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    Just saw 50+ Utility trucks from TX/LA in SC

    Off exit 35 on I-85 in SC, there are 50+ Elec/Utility trucks fueling up seemingly together at a Pilot truck stop. Most license plates I saw were TX and Louisiana. Figuring they came up here to help out in the wake of Michael. Very cool to see, but surprised to see them from so far away!
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    #2 10-17-2018, 11:42 AM
    ,, Folks have come from all over to help us down here when disasters have hit,,, It's only right for us to return the favor when we can
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    #3 10-17-2018, 12:02 PM
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    #5 10-17-2018, 12:09 PM
    It gave me goosebumps when I saw at least 100-125 Florida State Troopers traveling up I-75 the day of the storm. It looked like a huge swarm of Law Enforcement, all with their lights on, hauling butt to help. These are the times I believe the world may not be as screwed as I think.
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    #6 10-17-2018, 12:14 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by Casslaw View Post
    It gave me goosebumps when I saw at least 100-125 Florida State Troopers traveling up I-75 the day of the storm. It looked like a huge swarm of Law Enforcement, all with their lights on, hauling butt to help. These are the times I believe the world may not be as screwed as I think.
    Yep, it's always a reassuring feeling when you witness such acts. I remember being so grateful for all of the linemen that helped out the Houston area during Hurricane Ike. It was hard not to "thank" every single person you saw that was there to lend a helping hand.

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    #7 10-17-2018, 12:39 PM
    I believe most utility companies help each out in times of emergencies. My cousin's husband works for Ameren in Southeast Missouri, he's been down in Florida after Michael hit.
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    #8 10-17-2018, 12:39 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by River-Bandit View Post
    ,, Folks have come from all over to help us down here when disasters have hit,,, It's only right for us to return the favor when we can
    We got pretty lucky in this area, but I have spoken with people in other areas that got hit hard, no power for days, and they really appreciate all the help!!! I also got a great feeling inside seeing all these people traveling to help their fellow man
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    #9 10-17-2018, 01:49 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by Bsktball55 View Post
    I believe most utility companies help each out in times of emergencies. My cousin's husband works for Ameren in Southeast Missouri, he's been down in Florida after Michael hit.
    Most electric companies are part of a co-op so they have to send help. Even if they didn't have to a lot would volunteer to go. We had some volunteer to go to Houston last year.
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    #10 10-17-2018, 03:21 PM
    Our electric coop went to New York to help after sandy. They were turned away for not being unionized.
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    #11 10-17-2018, 04:42 PM
    Iowa and Nebraska power companies always go to other states to help out.
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    #12 10-17-2018, 05:16 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by J Risco View Post
    Off exit 35 on I-85 in SC, there are 50+ Elec/Utility trucks fueling up seemingly together at a Pilot truck stop. Most license plates I saw were TX and Louisiana. Figuring they came up here to help out in the wake of Michael. Very cool to see, but surprised to see them from so far away!
    Saw them driving down 85 as well. It was a ton!
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    #13 10-17-2018, 05:24 PM
    Our guys always help out. I have several friends in Florida right now.
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