In a startling turn of events on Monday, thousands of residents in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, were plunged into darkness due to a significant power outage.

The incident, which was triggered by a vehicle accident, was reported just before 1 p.m., affecting over 15,000 customers across the area.

Regions from the bustling downtown Dartmouth to the more residential Eastern Passage found themselves without electricity, disrupting daily routines and causing widespread concern among locals.

As the hours passed, anxious residents kept an eye on the Nova Scotia Power outage map for updates, with many resorting to social media to share their experiences.

Their frustration was palpable as the outage lingered on, impacting everything from home appliances to local businesses.

But relief finally came, as power was restored to the affected areas shortly after 3 p.m.

In light of the situation, the Nova Scotia Community College reported that its Ivany Campus, including the Aviation Institute, was forced to close earlier in the day due to the outage, impacting students and faculty alike.

Power outages like this raise questions about infrastructure safety and emergency response times.

Officials are urging drivers to exercise caution on the roads, particularly in areas where accidents can lead to severe consequences for the community’s power supply.

Stay tuned for updates as we delve deeper into what led to this unexpected interruption and what steps will be taken to prevent future outages.

Could this be a sign of bigger issues with our power grid?

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