The Global History of Blackouts from 1965 to 2019
Blackouts are disruptive events that can plunge large regions into darkness, affecting millions of people and disrupting essential services. Throughout history, several notable blackouts have occurred around the world, each with its own causes, impacts, and lessons learned. In this article, we explore some of the most significant blackouts, from the streets of New York City to the cities of India. 1965 Northeast Blackout: In November 1965, the northeastern United States and parts of Ontario, Canada, were plunged into darkness during what would become known as the Northeast Blackout of 1965. Over 30 million people were affected as power grids failed, leaving major cities like New York, New Jersey, and Massachusetts in the dark. The blackout, caused by a series of equipment failures and human error, underscored the vulnerability of interconnected power systems. 50 years ago, The Great Northeast Blackout 1977 New York City Blackout: The summer of 1977 brought chaos to New York City when l...