Power outages refer to the loss of electrical power supply to a specific area or location. They can occur unexpectedly due to various reasons, such as severe weather conditions (like storms, hurricanes, or heavy snowfall), equipment failure, accidents involving power lines, or intentional shutdowns for maintenance or repairs. Power outages can affect residential, commercial, and industrial sectors, leading to disruptions in daily activities, economic losses, and challenges in emergency services. The duration of an outage can vary from a few minutes to several hours or even days, depending on the cause and the efficiency of the repair efforts. In many regions, power outages are managed by utility companies that restore service as quickly as possible.
Fierce storms in regional Australia caused widespread power outages, affecting approximately 13,500 residents across areas like Benalla, Wangaratta, and Wodonga. Lightning strikes were the primary cause of the blackouts, leading…