outage

Example Sentences

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The weather service warns gusty winds can lead to “downed trees and powerlines as well as isolated power outages.”

From Los Angeles Times

Power outages and road closures are expected this weekend, they added.

From BBC

“Widespread power outages are possible,” the warning said.

From Los Angeles Times

Even temporary disruptions can tighten fuel markets because refinery outages often take days or weeks to fully restart and stabilize, especially if equipment inspections or repairs are required.

From Barron's

The blackout is the second outage to affect Cuba's western region in the past three months.

From BBC