On Friday, August 8th, 2025, a life-changing tragedy struck when a beloved son, friend, and hardworking lineman, Yousi, was severely burned while on the job. He was immediately transported to the UNC Chapel Hill Burn Center, where doctors confirmed he had suffered second and third-degree burns on 40% of his body. By the grace of God and the incredible medical team, Yousi is expected to make a full recovery—but it will be a long and difficult journey. 
 
 
 
 
 
 Yousi faces months in the hospital undergoing multiple surgeries, skin grafts, and strenuous rehabilitation before he’ll be able to return to daily life. As many of you know, linemen are the unsung heroes who put their lives on the line every day to keep our homes and communities powered. Yousi has always worked selflessly and bravely, and now he and his family need our support more than ever. At this time, his family is by his side at the hospital. The road ahead will bring medical expenses, travel costs, time away from work, and countless unforeseen challenges. But with help from the community we hope to help ease this burden and allow the family and loved ones to focus solely on Yousi healing. 
 
 
 
 
 
 No gift is too small, and every prayer, share, and word of encouragement means the world. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for standing with his family during this incredibly hard time. Together, we can help them find light in the darkest of days and carry them through to the full recovery that we are all praying for. Thank you for standing with him during this critical time.

Ana Valdez

Karla Gonzalez

Victoria Cruz

Maria Cruz

Rosa Maria Castro

Antonia Peralta

Rosaelia Castro

Liseth Esteban

Abel Martinez

Anonymous

Maggie Benitez

Scott Steinsberger

Alex Jones

Dave Bilodeau

Joan Hedge

Help Support Yousi on His Road to Recovery

Help Support Yousi on His Road to Recovery

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