What are the disadvantages of solidly grounded systems?

Three phase High Voltage electric systems connected to transformers or generators that are
solidly grounded may experience transient overvoltages during fault conditions due to the line
capacitances getting charged and discharged.
Besides, the intensity of a ground fault will be greater and will be accompanied by a flashover.
This may be dangerous to personnel who are in the vicinity.
The damage to the equipment is also extensive as a higher current flows in solidly grounded
system. The conductors carrying the current are subjected to extensive electrical and
mechanical stresses.
The ground current which flows through the soil can pose a danger to people if the step
potential exceeds the safe limits.
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