The good, the bad and the bogus from the web as a whole are constantly being cataloged. Take your chances and click here to search the entire Web for information on this subject. The recent heat wave across the United States has put the nation's power system in danger. The problem facing most utility companies isn't a lack of power but the means to distribute that power. Most major power plants are located in remote areas.
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As temperatures rise, these transmission lines expand and sag creating hazards. Why Politics is going to be the downfall of the fight against Global Warming. This page was updated on Jun 21, 2001. If you are experiencing problems with this page, please contact the EMS Webmaster .