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Will my lights go out?

The story mentions officials are confident there will be no actual blackouts for homes. While the grid operator is asking for backup power, this is a precautionary measure to ensure supply remains stable despite the temporary drop in solar energy generation. Your home's electricity supply should be unaffected.

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