Original Source = The Register And to think I've been spending all this time preparing to defend against the Penguin alliance only for the Squirrel's to declare a jihad on us!
It tore it's way into the engine compartment, martial arts movies have taught us that things on fire are more powerful than things not on fire.
For now, but can you vouch for the squirrels in your area? How long before one of them comes after you or your family. I say lock all squirrels up on the isle of man with out trial, preemptive action not reaction is what is required in face of this new and deadly threat!
I was coming back from the office yesterday through the park and the squirrel was staring at me, I couldn't see a lighter but.....
wait... powerlines aren't insulated. also, if the squirrel is on one and not on the ground there is no potential difference for it to be electrocuted (case in point - birds sitting on them all freaking day). i call bunk! wait, nevermind: so chewing through the overhead wires COULD have happened. i still find it highly bizarre.