overhead wires
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Undergrounding electric wires can cost more than $6 million per mile, according to the state Public Utilities Commission, far more than building overhead wires.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026
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
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
The new line will replace Metro Route 70 and will be the first RapidRide route to operate as a trolley bus, drawing electricity from overhead wires.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 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)
