# The 2003 Northeast Blackout (2003)

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Podcast: [Fascinating Horror](https://stenobird.com/podcast/fascinating-horror-7121478)
Published: 2025-10-13T11:51:57+00:00
Episode link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iReCAG7a0LY
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## Resource

In 2003, an unprecedented blackout plunged New York City and the east coast of America and Canada into darkness. Scenes of thousands of stranded commuters filled TV screens around the world. This episode covers the blackout, and explores what caused it... Fascinating Horror covers the true stories behind some of history's greatest disasters. This podcast is an audio version of the YouTube channel of the same name. The channel is made possible by supporters on Patreon and YouTube channel members. HUGE thanks to everyone who supports this channel! LINKS: 🔗 ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FascinatingHorror ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fascinatinghorror ► Get in touch: hello@fascinatinghorror.co.uk

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