[ctlpdad]

we need a decent distribution system, but it should at least be built to minimum standards, which this cable is not.

[the gillman@blacklagoon.com]

Are you up on this system?

If so, is there any chance it could fail and cause more blackouts in the rest of New England?

[DuncanWaring]

...be built to minimum standards, which this cable is not.

As I read the article, the only problem is that part of the cable is not buried deep enough into the seabed. I suspect the reason for the "Minimum Burial Depth" is to protect it from trawlers, ships running aground, etc.

The activation order is only for a couple of weeks, and hopefully also provides for keeping shipping, fishing, etc "the heck away from there".