Bryan Dayton

Friends and family are rallying for Bryan Dayton, a City of Webster City lineman who was seriously injured when he came in contact with a live wire during the March 19 snowstorm.

Dayton reportedly lost both of his hands as a result of the accident and is recovering at the University of Iowa Hospital.

John Harrenstein, Webster City’s city manager, released the following statement:

“On Wednesday, December 19th, Webster City and other communities across the state experienced a significant weather event causing electrical power outages. During operations undertaken to restore power to residents, an employee from the Webster City Electric Department was injured. These injuries required medical response and transport to healthcare facilities as well as subsequent treatment which is ongoing.

“The Electric Department performed amazing work to restore power to thousands of customers. Our thoughts and prayers are with our lineman and his family. The department has our highest respect in their quick reaction to the storm event and their dedication to serving residents.”

An account — “Dayton Strong” — has been created at WCF Financial Bank, 401 Fair Meadow Drive, P.O. Box 638, Webster City, IA 50595.

A GoFundMe drive is also active. You will find the QR code for that fundraising effort with this story.

A Bryan Dayton Fun Run & Benefit will take place in July, though an exact date has not been chosen. This will take place at Salty Suz, 512 Central Avenue, Fort Dodge. More details will be announced later. At this time, donations and items to be auctioned off are being accepted. They can be dropped off at Salty Suz to Chad or Jamie Christian or in Woolstock to Kevin or Erica Schmauss. You can also contact Chad Christian at 515-269-1718; Jamie Christian at 515-269-1280; or Kevin Schmauss, 515-571-2443.

According to a flyer announcing a fundraising effort to help Dayton and his family, Bryan Dayton was called to help restore power during the spring blizzard. “That night he was hit with a live wire and suffered severe burns. Bryan was taken to the University of Iowa Hospital where he underwent multiple surgeries resulting in the loss of both his hands and part of his arms.

“This is a huge life change not just for Bryan but for Shannon and the boys as well.

“This event (at Salty Suz) is not just about raising funds — it’s about coming together to show love, strength, and support for the Dayton family.”