overhead wires
Example Sentences
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For instance, multiple lawsuits allege Edison’s equipment ignited the deadly Eaton fire after the utility failed to de-energize overhead wires during a Jan. 7 wind event.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 25, 2025
A LINE: Bus shuttles replace trains in both directions between the Southwest Museum and Fillmore stations due to wind damage to overhead wires.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 11, 2025
This allows it to use up to 50% less fuel when running on lines with no overhead wires.
From BBC • Nov. 10, 2024
For the next four weeks, there will be fewer trains late at night, while engineers carry out remedial work to the tracks, signalling and overhead wires.
From BBC • Feb. 27, 2024
Just beyond you'll notice a line of overhead wires if you keep your eyes open.
From Billy Barcroft, R.N.A.S. A story of the Great War by Westerman, Percy F. (Percy Francis)
