(FILE)
A Manitoba Hydro employee has died while working at a job site in the Interlake region on Thursday morning.
The individual was performing tasks related to a power outage when the fatal incident occurred.
“Our deepest sympathies go out to the individual’s loved ones, friends and coworkers,” said Manitoba Hydro president and CEO Allan Danroth, in a statement.
“We are devastated to lose a member of our Manitoba Hydro family. The safety of our employees and customers is our top priority and we are committed to fully investigating the cause of this tragedy.”
The cause of the fatality is currently under investigation, with no risk to public safety. Manitoba Hydro is cooperating fully with the appropriate authorities. The name of the deceased is being withheld to respect the family’s privacy during this difficult time.
