How extreme weather threatens to bring down the UK’s power lines and halt supply to homes

Apr 27, 2023

The UK must build infrastructure that can withstand extreme weather, such as underground distribution lines instead of overhead cables. Image: REUTERS/Neil Hall

Matthew Wright

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The UK is no stranger to extreme weather. Image: REUTERS/Rebecca Naden

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Wildfires can reduce the ability of overhead power lines to transfer power. Image: REUTERS/Jason Cairnduff

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