E.L.K. Energy has deployed two powerline maintainers to Florida to assist Florida Power and Light (FPL) in restoring power to residents impacted by Hurricane Helene, with further preparations also underway for the arrival of Hurricane Milton.

Sherry Bondy, Mayor of Essex and E.L.K. Board Chair highlighted the importance of this collaboration: “E.L.K. Energy has benefited from the support of other utilities during our own challenges in the past, so it is only fitting that we extend a helping hand in return. We are proud that our local team is stepping up to assist.”

The powerline maintainers from E.L.K. Energy will join crews from Entegrus, Essex Powerlines, Bluewater Power, and ERTH Power as part of a coordinated mutual aid response and will work alongside crews from across North America.

E.L.K. ensures its crews are well-prepared for the challenges they will face in the aftermath of these hurricanes. Sherry Bondy also expressed her confidence in the team: “We are proud of E.L.K.’s readiness to support FPL’s recovery efforts.

Storm restoration is a demanding task, but we know the team will deliver with the highest level of safety and professionalism.”

Crews deployed for Florida on Wednesday afternoon.