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How Loudoun County data centers are linked to power flickering across half the U.S.

A brief power flicker across the Eastern U.S. on Wednesday morning was linked to data centers in Ashburn, Virginia, and a Dominion Energy equipment failure. This event raises significant concerns among experts and local officials about the immense strain data centers place on the power grid and the potential for future widespread instability. It highlights the urgent need for infrastructure upgrades and regulatory discussions.