Meanwhile, utility workers are extending an emergency power cable to the 40-year-old complex. That would allow a steady supply of electricity to run water pumps.

同时，公用事业工人们也在往这个修建了40年的建筑群铺设一条紧急电缆，为水泵的运转提供不间断的供电。

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To take emergency measures to resolve as quickly as possible disaster areas of electricity, disaster and rescue personnel to solve the communication problems, and ensure normal supply residents.

要采取应急措施，尽快解决灾区用电，解决灾区和救援人员的通信联络问题，保证居民正常供水。

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There should be a reliable electricity supply and emergency lighting. When necessary, a stand-by power supply should be available for the support of important equipment.

有可靠的电力供应和应急照明。必要时，重要设备如培养箱、生物安全柜、冰箱等应设备用电源。

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Micro-grids are an important solution: a combination of a generator and hardened distribution system can supply reliable and larger quantities of electricity to a small circuit of users including emergency services, shelters, gas stations and grocery stores.

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