Duke Energy mobilizes 10,000 workers in Carolinas for Helene [Video]

GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) – Duke Energy is gearing up for power outages as heavy rain and wind from Hurricane Helene approach.

As part of the preparations, Duke Energy is staging more than 10,000 line workers, tree trimmers and storm support personnel.

“Our workers will be ready to begin assessing damage and restoring power as soon as the storm passes and conditions are safe,” said Jason Hollifield, Duke Energy’s storm director in the Carolinas. “In the meantime, we continue to monitor weather conditions and encourage customers to have a plan in place in case they experience an outage.”

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