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Emergency services can be compromised, and hospitals may rely on generators.

Malicious acts targeting energy infrastructure to disrupt operations. BlackoutHD

Inadequate supply to meet high demand, particularly during extreme heat or cold snaps. Emergency services can be compromised, and hospitals may

Extreme weather events such as hurricanes, wildfires, or winter storms damage transmission lines. Emergency services can be compromised

Unexpected mechanical glitches in substations or power lines.

A blackout is an abrupt, unexpected, and total loss of electricity affecting a wide area, distinguishing it from a localized power failure. These events occur when the power system ceases to function, often due to cascading failures where one component failure weakens the grid, causing others to shut down, similar to a domino effect.