Oklahoma Linemen Sent to Mississippi After Ice Storm

Oklahoma Linemen Deployed to Mississippi After Major Ice Storm

Dozens of utility workers are lending a hand out of state as Oklahoma linemen storm response efforts expand following a powerful winter storm.

A total of 84 Oklahoma linemen have been deployed to Mississippi, where an ice storm left more than 90,000 customers without electricity.

Oklahoma linemen storm response aids recovery

Utility officials say the crews are assisting with power restoration, damage assessment, and infrastructure repairs. Ice accumulation damaged power lines, substations, and poles across multiple counties.

The Oklahoma Corporation Commission notes that mutual aid agreements allow states to share resources during large-scale emergencies.

Crews expected to remain for a week

Officials say the Oklahoma crews are expected to remain in Mississippi for approximately one week, depending on weather conditions and repair progress.

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