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FirstEnergy Crews Ready for More Severe Weather as Restoration from Windstorm Continues
Another round of severe weather is moving into FirstEnergy Corp.'s (NYSE: FE) service area today, and the company is prepared to respond to any power outages it may cause.
About this update from Firstenergy Corp.
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