Life on the Line
2,400. That's how many serious injuries were suffered per 100,000 linemen in 2024. 42. The number of deaths per 100,000 linemen. As of last year, there were around 120,376 linemen in the United States; and over 60,000 of them traveled for storm work and other dangerous jobs. The industry is growing, no doubt. And, although, there are safety measures and precautions in place, it still doesn't guarantee they'll return home to their loved ones. In this trade, there is no margin for error. As a wife, I haven't been a part of this lifestyle for long (7 years or so), but one thing's for sure, I worry about the safety of my husband every. single. day. Not necessarily because I don't believe he is capable of doing his job well, but mainly because of the actions of others whom he has zero control over. This year, on October 30th, a 29 year-old utility worker tragically lost his life. He wasn't being irresponsible. He wasn't distracted. And he wasn't messi...
