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Utility worker dies restoring power after storm
Original: Utility worker dies attempting to restore power following storm, authorities say
A utility worker has died while working to restore power after a storm, according to authorities. Few details have been released about the worker's identity or the exact circumstances of the death. The incident highlights the dangers faced by crews repairing storm damage, and officials are likely to face questions about safety conditions during restoration work.
Why now: The death of a worker during storm recovery has drawn attention to the hazards utility crews face.
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- Utility worker dies attempting to restore power following storm, authorities say · KCBD
- Utility worker dies attempting to restore power following storm, authorities say · WEAU
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