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Why might power cuts happen?
Power cuts can happen for many reasons, from local faults to national emergencies. In this story, the concern is about preventing a total system collapse if electricity supply can't meet demand. Factors like cold weather increasing heating use, or issues with power stations, can put strain on the grid.
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What happens next with Great Britain's emergency power cutsThis explainer came from a news story
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