On a scorching summer day in 2003, an unprecedented event unfolded, leaving millions of people in the northeastern region of North America in complete darkness. On the afternoon of September 14th, a widespread power outage rippled through eight U.S. states, including parts of Canada. The blackout, considered to be one of the largest in history, lasted for nearly 14 hours, plunging major cities like New York, Toronto, and Detroit into an eerie stillness. This event not only highlighted the vulnerabilities of the power grid but also showcased the remarkable resilience and resourcefulness of communities as they came together to navigate through the challenges brought by the sudden darkness.
