Hydro One is lending support to Georgia.
The state was hit by Hurricane Helene on Saturday, causing widespread destruction and leaving more than a million people without electricity.
Georgia Power says it has about 80% of its customers back on the grid.
Hydro One is providing 100 power line workers to the Peach State to assist in getting power back to the remaining customers.
“Our highly skilled storm responders have a long history of working safely alongside other utilities to support communities during times of crisis. We are proud to answer the call and send our crews to care for others during their time of need,” states Teri French, Executive Vice President of Safety, Operations and Customer Experience for Hydro One, in a release.
“Hydro One’s commitment to supporting our neighbours in times of crisis reflects the very best of Ontario and the importance of the special Canada-United States relationship,” states Stephen Lecce, Minister of Energy and Electrification.
Hydro One has reciprocal agreements in place with North American utilities through the North Atlantic Mutual Assistance Group, to assist with significant power outages.
All costs are covered by the utilities receiving help.
