05000250/LER-1978-017-03, /03L-0:on 780514,improper Switching at Pratt & Whitney Substation & Incorrect Wiring of Protective Relays at Midway Substation Led to de-energization.Offsite Power Lost.Incorrect Wiring Corrected
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