ADOPTING MEASURES TO REDUCE POWER OUTAGES

This work investigates and evaluates the electric energy interruptions to the residential sector resulting from severe power outages. The study results show that this sector will suffer tangible and intangible losses should these outages occur during specific times, seasons, and for prolonged durations. To reduce these power outages and hence mitigate their adverse consequences, the study proposes practical measures that can be adopted without compromising the consumers’ needs, satisfaction, and convenience.