E-J Electric T&D Assists In Hurricane Maria Power Restoration

NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- E-J Electric T&D, the transmission and distribution affiliate of E-J Electric Installation Co., is proud to announce its mutual aid assistance commitment, along with Con Edison, to restore electricity back to students at The Academia Bautista de Puerto Nuevo in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Regarded as one of the worst natural disasters in Puerto Rico, Hurricane Maria made landfall on September 20, 2017 leaving millions without electricity and widespread destruction. Students at The Academia Bautista were without power for 112 days before the E-J Electric team, along with Con Edison, provided electrical restoration services to their school. The celebration that erupted among teachers and students following the return of electricity in their beloved school can be viewed here.

"The unprecedented impact of the devastation and destruction Hurricane Maria left behind is unimaginable," said E-J Electric President & CEO Anthony E. Mann. "Our team was honored to work with Con Edison to restore power at The Academia Bautista. In times like these we are all reminded of the importance of coming together to help those in need." 

Previous Disaster Relief Efforts
Following the record-breaking Hurricane Irma storm, E-J Electric T&D sent 150-line workers and 75 pieces of equipment to assist Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) and Duke Energy in relief efforts throughout Florida. The E-J Electric team provided major power line repairs, helping millions of people who were left without power across the state.

E-J Electric T&D's Commitment to Service
E-J Electric T&D was established in 2012 to assist with emergency restorations in the northeast region, as well as other nearby areas impacted by storms and unexpected weather patterns.

"While we focus on the northeast region, we never hesitate to provide our services to other areas when disasters strike," said E-J Electric T&D General Manager Joe Rubino. "The E-J Electric team has aided areas in Ohio, Michigan, Texas, Florida and Georgia, and will continue to do so whenever we can."

About E-J Electric Installation Co.
E-J Electric Installation Co., is active in all facets of electric contracting. Projects vary in size to over $200 million. Typical installations include: office buildings, hospitals, power plants, co-generation facilities, roadway and outdoor specialty, airports, industrial plants, universities, sport stadiums, transit facilities and high voltage distribution. At E-J Electric Installation Co., three family generations of practical expertise have created an organization keyed to the most modern technological advances in providing rapid and efficient solutions to today's lighting, power, energy and communication needs. E-J has a 119-year reputation for unparalleled integrity, quality and service in the electrical field. Please visit our website at www.ej1899.com to learn about the company.

SOURCE E-J Electric T&D

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