Canoochee EMC

I am my brothers keeper ... Pulitzer prize photo...and certainly worthy of that award.. This photo shows two power linemen, Randall Champion and J. D. Thompson,... at the top of a utility pole. They had been performing routine maintenance when Champion brushed one of the high voltage lines at the very top. Over 4000 volts entered Champion’s body and instantly stopped his heart (an electric chair uses about 2000 volts).His safety harness prevented a fall, and Thompson, who had been ascending below him, quickly reached him and performed mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. He was unable to perform CPR given the circumstances, but continued breathing into Champion’s lungs until he felt a slight pulse, then unbuckled his harness and descended with him on his shoulder. Thompson and another worker administered CPR on the ground, and Champion was moderately revived by the time paramedics arrived, eventually making a full recovery. See more

Have a high school senior in need of a scholarship? High School Seniors who live in a Canoochee EMC household are eligible for the Walter Harrison Scholarship. Don't wait! Apply today. https://www.canoocheeemc.com/co/walter-harrison-scholarship

Our friends in Pembroke have had an accident with their Downtown Christmas Tree. The community is looking to purchase a different kind of tree and have set up a GOFUNDME to help. Canoochee EMC will be supporting this effort, so please consider supporting them.

If you are thinking of adding solar panels to your residence, please contact one of our representatives before agreeing to any contracts. Solar Energy can be a sound investment for your home, but know what you are getting first. We are here to help you every step of the way.

Canoochee Locator John Howard took this picture early this morning as our crews were getting ready for their work day.

At Canoochee, we value your opinion. We want to know how we’re performing. We will soon be conducting a systemwide survey. You may receive an email, or call, asking you questions about us. Please help us out by taking the time to take the survey.