Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR’s international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.
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When the power goes out, health risks rise
From California to the South, tens of thousands of people are without power, due to fires and winter storms. Studies show health risks rise when the power goes out. Here’s how to protect yourself.
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Russia targets Ukraine’s energy grid as winter sets in. Here’s how one plant copes
Russian strikes continue to destroy Ukraine’s power grid, prompting nationwide power cuts while temperatures drop. Workers at a damaged plant try to restore its operation before the winter freeze.
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How to prepare for power outages if your health depends on home medical devices
For most people, power outages are an inconvenience. For those who count on electricity for home medical equipment, they can be a crisis. Here’s how to plan ahead for health care needs in a blackout.
