Don't imagine that our utility grid is particularly robust. Considering the amount of rain we get, you'd think it would take more than a few drops to knock out the cable. Back when I had a landline, any rain at all typically knocked out phone service for several days. Much of our power grid is above ground so when Ike came through, I think 90% of the city was powerless. I was without power for more than 2 weeks. Not my idea of ideal.