NEW ORLEANS, Sept. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T Louisiana officials today praised state and local recovery efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Isaac and pledged support for relief efforts, including a $25,000 donation to the United Way for Greater New Orleans to assist victims of the hurricane throughout the impacted area.

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"Readiness, recovery and rapid response have been the goals of our local governments and first responders and I am so grateful to see our communities pull together through this challenge," said Eric Skrmetta, Louisiana Public Service Commissioner.

"In times of disaster, our local residents come together," said Lambert Boissiere, III, Louisiana Public Service Commissioner. "I applaud our first responders, local government officials, and volunteers who worked in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Isaac to ensure the safety of people throughout the area. Now our attention turns to rebuilding a stronger Louisiana."

"Our thoughts are with the families in Louisiana impacted by Hurricane Isaac," said Sonia Perez, president of AT&T Louisiana. "The people of Louisiana are resilient and we are proud to support efforts to assist in the recovery of communities throughout the state."

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AT&T Announces $25,000 Donation To Hurricane Isaac Relief Efforts

AT&T Announces $25,000 Donation To Hurricane Isaac Relief Efforts