relief valve

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"Combined storm overflows are a pressure relief valve for the wastewater network," NI Water's Director of Engineering and Sustainability Gary Curran explained.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2024

The interest forgiveness would be a one-time benefit, but would be the largest relief valve in the plan.

From New York Times • Apr. 8, 2024

For the first time since 2006, California has opened a flood relief valve on the Kern River to ease pressure from the heavy Sierra snowmelt.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 27, 2023

The technical glitches are most likely communication errors between computers that control a helium relief valve, officials say.

From Reuters • May 24, 2023

According to the city ordinance, in residences where water meter check valves are installed on the water service, the consumer should supply a safety water relief valve before connecting any hot water system.

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