A power outage is a temporary loss of electric power in a designated area. This interruption can occur due to various reasons, including equipment failure, severe weather conditions, natural disasters, or maintenance work on the electrical grid. During a power outage, homes, businesses, and public services may lose access to electricity, which can disrupt daily activities and operations. The duration of an outage can range from a few minutes to several days, depending on the cause and the response efforts to restore power. Power outages can impact lighting, heating, cooling, refrigeration, communication, and other electrical systems, making them significant events that require preparedness and response measures from individuals and utilities alike.
A fierce storm caused significant power outages across multiple regions, impacting over 13,500 customers. Lightning strikes were the primary cause of damage, knocking down power lines and leading to disruptions.…