1776 members in Pittston and Plains Township prepared for challenges of Hurricane Sandy

Leading the way in preparing for the challenge presented by Hurricane Sandy in Pittston and Plains Township were the members of Local 1776 who staff the Departments of Public Works in both municipalities.

Front row, from left in Pittston: Bruce Widdick, John Whistell, John Symons and Vince Bucci, Shop Steward.  Rear, Greg Holl. Don McNulty and Joe Gallagher.

Preparing for the storm in Plains Township are 1776 members Matt Dunsmuir (right) at water pump and Luke Marek (below) directing leaf machine.

Loading emergency supplies in Pittston are, from left, Joe Gallagher, John Symons, Don McNulty and Greg Holl.

Adjusting emergency road flashers in Pittston are Bruce Widdick and (rear) Joe Gallagher.

Preparing emergency equipment in Pittston are Greg Holl (left) and John Whistell.

Positioning equipment in Pittston is Greg Holl.

Loading equipment is (left) John Symons and Bruce Widdick.