Letter from Executive President Gasworkers Union Local G-555: Fairport Harbor Incident
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January 24, 2011 To: Union Local G555 Members Re: Fairport Harbor Incident During sub-freezing temperatures today, the community of Fairport Harbor was evacuated due to several fires and the potential for improper gas pressure to approximately 1500 homes and businesses. The issue is under investigation. The membership of the Gas Workers Union Local G555 is working to identify and rectify potentially dangerous situations. Hundreds of our Utility Workers from several departments and various districts throughout Ohio have converged to Fairport Harbor to shut off the gas, check appliances, and gas lines to ensure safe and reliable service to our customers. Events such as today highlight the need for the expertise of the G555 Gas Workers Union’s membership. Utility Workers are highly trained and skilled to handle critical situations to ensure safe gas service to our communities. I am really proud and appreciate the selfless efforts that our membership has made to help ensure that our customers get back to heated homes. Fraternally, Michael Coleman
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