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Definition of "blackout" |
A power loss affecting many electricity consumers over a large geographical area for a significant period of time. / A total loss of the commercial electrical power lasting for more than one cycle. Blackouts can result from any of a number of problems, ranging from Acts of God (high winds, storms, lightning, falling trees, floods, etc.) to situations such as cables being cut during excavation, equipment failures at the utility, vandalism, corrosion, etc. / total loss of power to the entire power system. |
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