Ever wonder why your lights sometimes flicker for a second and come right back on?
A blink happens when safety devices detect a fault on the line (like a branch or animal touching a wire) and quickly interrupt the flow of electricity to protect the system, then automatically restore power just seconds later.
Here's the key:
- Blinks are not outages. They show that the system's protection equipment is working the way it's supposed to.
- These protective devices stop faults from turning into longer outages.
- If blinks happen often, let your co-op know. It helps them identify and fix persistent issues.
So next time your lights blink, remember: it’s a tiny interruption working to prevent a larger one.
