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[–] TrickDacy@lemmy.world 4 points 2 weeks ago (36 children)

Has anyone considered that turning off the power might not even be possible without turning it off at hospitals and other critical locations...?

[–] ZMonster@lemmy.world 5 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

Just adding that these operations are federally regulated to remain in operation. They likely don't even have the choice if they can't justify the liability.

[–] TrickDacy@lemmy.world -1 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

Careful, a bunch of downvotes and nasty comments probably are coming your way despite there being a good reason for such regulations.

[–] ZMonster@lemmy.world 3 points 2 weeks ago

Lol, I was an electrical product investigator/inspector for 15 years. I've dabbled in being a pariah of sorts. But thanks for the heads up! A level head is a balm these days.

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