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Originally Posted by Michael G.
Here's a story I think everyone in Florida should know about the clean-up help with Hurricane lan.
My nephew in Wisconsin is a line man for Wisconsin Electric Co.
He and 13 Fello workers along with their electric trucks with cherry pickers volunteered to drive to Florida from Wisconsin to help with the cleanup.
I just got off the phone with my nephew.
After arriving in Vero Beach after the 4th day, they were told to take their trucks and go back to Wisconsin.
Apparently, Florida electrical unions are supported by retail business, and will not allow other union workers to intervene.
Now if you hear anyone complain down south about not getting their power back in time, here's part of the reason.
I'll bet this story isn't going make it in the Florida newspapers.  |
Back in Massachusetts we were without power for 13 days after a severe early season Ice storm. Out of area crews came but were restricted in their activities. Apparently overtime pay for the local union was more "important" than restoring power.