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David Frey - Vic Weston Damage Prevention Champion
C Vic Weston (left) presents the award to David Frey.
ongratulations to the recipient of the Vic Weston Damage Prevention Champion Award, David Frey! David’s lifelong commitment to safety has played
a vital role in the development of Louisiana’s One Call program and damage prevention initiatives! Louisiana 811 sincerely appreciates David for all his time and effort into the development and safety of our state.
Thelma Coleman Recognized for 37 Years of Service
The Louisiana 811 board and staff recognized the retirement of Thelma Coleman at the Damage Prevention Summit. Thelma was congratulated for 37 years of dedicated service and unyielding leadership with Louisiana 811 and has certainly played a pivotal
role in the success of our organization!
Although Thelma is retired, you still may have the chance to see her with the 811 Corvette at some industry events! If you’d like a flashy 811 vehicle to attend any big industry events, please reach out to us.
Do you know what lies beneath?
At Entergy, safety is our number one priority. Make it yours! Whether you are a homeowner, field worker or excavator, always call 811 before you dig.
From installing a new pool to something as simple as planting a tree, digging without knowing what’s beneath the surface can harm or possibly kill you or someone you love. You could disrupt utility services to your neighborhood and be responsible for expensive repairs and steep fines.
When you call 811 before you dig, all utilities, including Entergy, are required to respond within two business days to locate and mark the underground utility lines. (The two business days start the morning of the day after you called in for a locate ticket).
And if you suspect a gas leak, leave the area immediately and call 1-800-ENTERGY (368-3749) or 911. A gas leak could be happening if you smell the distinctive natural gas odor, hear a hissing or whistling sound
near a gas appliance or see dead vegetation or bubbles near a gas line.
We’re committed to keeping you safe. Together, we power life.
A message from Entergy New Orleans, Inc. and Entergy Louisiana, LLC ©2021 Entergy Services, Inc. All Rights Reserved. • E-042102
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2022, Issue 1
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