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Southern Power Foundation distributes grant to Haskell County, Texas, fire department
ATLANTA, Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Power, a leading U.S. wholesale energy provider and subsidiary of Southern Company, today announced that the Southern Power Foundation recently distributed a grant to the Haskell Volunteer Fire Department in Haskell County, Texas.
Located near Southern Power's Millers Branch Solar Facility, the fire department used the funds to outfit a quick response brush truck, which will improve the group's ability to quickly respond to emergencies across the county. "Since our founding in 2001, Southern Power has proudly served the people and communities across our footprint, and the Southern Power Foundation provides a formal framework to continue and strengthen that commitment," said Robin Boren, Southern Power president. "I can't think of a more fitting way to celebrate our company's twenty-fifth anniversary than to continue leveraging our Foundation to support communities across our footprint." The truck is equipped with a high‑capacity pump system and remote‑controlled nozzles that allow firefighters to quickly suppress fires without leaving the cab. It also features specialized tools such as a front-mounted winch for rescue and recovery operations, along with enhanced lighting to support safe and effective response in a variety of emergency conditions. "As one of the primary response services in our area, our community depends on our ability to respond immediately when called upon for help," said Casey Moeller, Haskell County fire chief. "As a volunteer organization, maintaining upgraded resources is often one of our greatest challenges. The Foundation's gift immediately addresses this area of concern, and we're incredibly grateful for their generosity." The Southern Power Foundation supports educational, environmental and community-based initiatives with the goal of being a citizen wherever the company serves. About Southern Power About Southern Company SOURCE Southern Power For further information: Southern Company Media Relations, 404-506-5333, 1-866-506-5333, www.southerncompany.com
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