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How often do blackouts happen?
Power cuts like the one in Liverpool Street are more common than you might think. On average, UK homes experience around four power cuts a year, though most are very short. The network is designed to isolate faults quickly and divert power, minimising disruption to customers. This quick restoration is typical.
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