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Safety is a Way of Life for Jerry Wilson Jr.
Entergy has been part of Jerry Wilson Jr.’s life as long as he can remember. His father recently retired from the company after 40 years of service. When it came time to choose his own career path, Jerry was naturally drawn to the company. He joined Entergy Mississippi as a lineman trainee 18 years ago. Since then, he has worked in Jackson, Clinton and Vicksburg in various roles, including journeyman lineman, operations coordinator, service supervisor and construction supervisor. Currently a construction supervisor in Jackson, Jerry works diligently to provide safe and reliable service to customers every day.

Entergy Mississippi Storm Update – 8/28/21 @ 1 p.m.
Entergy Mississippi is preparing for severe weather due to Hurricane Ida which may cause power outages throughout our service territory. Thunderstorms, heavy rains and high winds are expected to impact the service territory Sunday and Monday. Due to the predicted severity of the storm, widespread outages are possible, and restoration could be extended. We are working to ensure we have the people and resources to respond to outages safely. Crews are ready to respond quickly and safely.

Entergy Mississippi Ready to Respond to Ida, Other Seasonal Storms
Company encourages residents and businesses to be storm ready

Mississippi Employee Helps Neighbor Identify and Correct Generator Hazard
During the winter storm in February, Entergy employee Matt Courtney of Clinton received a call from an elderly neighbor whose power was out. She had been running a space heater with a portable generator and needed help connecting it to her refrigerator to keep her food from spoiling.

Make room at home for electrical safety
Electricity is a safe and reliable form of energy. However, it can be dangerous if not treated properly. The following is a checklist of items that you can use throughout your home to help protect your family.

A Safety Conversation with Josh Vance
Josh Vance has been familiar with Entergy all his life. He remembers the company’s strong community presence in his hometown of Brookhaven, Mississippi. More than a decade ago, Josh joined the company as an engineering co-op student. Since then he has held several engineering roles and served as a line supervisor. Today, Josh is Entergy Mississippi’s construction manager, based in Jackson.

Know What’s Below – Call 811 Before Digging
Stay safe by knowing where underground utility lines are located in advance

A Rising Star of Safety
Every year, the National Safety Council presents the Rising Stars of Safety Award to the next generation of safety leaders younger than 40 who show a dedication to safety leadership at work. Philip Pickle, senior safety specialist in power generation, joins 37 of his industry peers as a 2018 recipient.

Secrets to Building a Strong Safety Culture
In 1996, “Independence Day” topped box office charts. LeAnn Rimes made her country music debut. And, Entergy Mississippi’s Natchez network had its last lost-time accident on Dec. 12 of that year. According to troublemen and long-term employees Dennis Melson and Rick Rushing, the Natchez safety culture embodies five key factors beyond practicing safety that led to this remarkable 20-plus-year record.

Charles Hall Honored with Presidential Lifesaving Award
On Feb. 20, Charles Hall, vice president of power plant operations for Mississippi, saved the life of a child who nearly drowned. In his humble way, he credits divine intervention and training provided by the company.