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DALTON UTILITIES RECEIVES NATIONAL COMMENDATION FOR ELECTRIC RESTORATION EFFORTS IN THE CITY OF FORT MEADE

Dalton, GA – January 3, 2025—Dalton Utilities has received a national commendation from the American Public Power Association for its support of electric power restoration efforts in the City of Fort Meade, Florida.

On October 9, 2024, Dalton Utilities sent eight (8) team members from the electric department to assist the Fort Meade community, which suffered widespread outages due to Hurricane Milton. The crew was in Florida for seven (7) days and helped restore power to two electrical circuits, changing out 14 poles and replacing numerous transformers.

Dalton Utilities is a participant in the American Public Power Association’s Mutual Aid Network, which coordinates with utilities and authorities during widespread power outages. “Dalton Utilities is pleased to support our neighbors through mutual aid programs,” said Will McDaniel, Chief Energy Services Officer of Dalton Utilities. “We all benefit by banding together in the aftermath of hazardous weather events.  Our electric crews are committed to providing excellent customer service both at home and elsewhere.”

For more information on Dalton Utilities and its commitment to providing excellent service to our community, visit dutil.com.

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About Dalton Utilities

Dalton Water Works was developed in 1887 at the site of the Crown Cotton Mill, the former hub of Dalton’s textile industry. What started as a small waterworks in the Crown Cotton Mill’s spring quickly evolved into a public utility service that would come to provide water, electricity, natural gas, and wastewater treatment to Dalton, Georgia, and the surrounding region. Today, Dalton Utilities serves approximately 50,000 customers and employs over 300 area residents. We are continually committed to supporting our community, protecting our environment, and empowering our customers with the knowledge and resources they need to thrive.