Lafayette Utilities System has received a national commendation from the American Public Power Association for supporting electric power restoration efforts in Florida for its mutual aid efforts in 2024.
LUS received a total of four commendations for its work in Tallahassee, Gainesville and Lakeland, according to a prepared statement.
LUS is a member of the American Public Power Association’s Mutual Aid Network, which coordinates the mobilization of utilities support and resource availability during disasters.
Here is how LUS received their four commendations
The City of Tallahassee requested LUS to provide mutual aid utility restoration assistance in preparation for Hurricane Helene on Sept. 25.
LUS committed 17 employees and multiple vehicles to assist in restoring power to approximately 70,000 customers in three days.
Hurricane Helene restoration efforts in Tallahassee were completed Sept. 29, and the crews went to Gainesville to assist in restoring power to approximately 67,000 customers in five days.