Vulnerabilities in PG&E's infrastructure combined with the impact of climate change contributed to hundreds of wildfires in California, including the deadly Camp Fire in 2018. Here’s a look at upgrades to the utility giant’s power grid that might have prevented these blazes. Photo: ReutersFrom wind-driven wildfires to massive hurricanes, extreme weather poses challenges for utilities, often causing power networks to fail—sometimes with deadly consequences. California’s largest utility, PG&E Corp., says it is planning to file for bankruptcy by month’s end, citing an estimated $30 billion in liabilities it faces from more than 750 lawsuits related to its alleged role in sparking wildfires in recent years. Hardening...

Source: Wall Street Journal January 22, 2019 15:29 UTC