Do not Panic. When the lights turn off do not go running around screaming and crying. Just slow down and take a few deep breaths to calm yourself.
Gather The Family. The first thing you should do is gather the family all in one room. This would keep the family from going hysterical and getting hurt.
Find Sources of Light. Try to find any flashlights or candles to brighten up the room. Make sure an adult lights the candles as children could hurt themselves.
Check the Neighborhood. After your family is alright check the neighborhood to see if any other houses have been affected ans see if anyone needs assistance.
Alert the Company. Call your electrical company and alert them about the blackout. The company will probably have the problem fixed within minutes or will tell you how to fix the problem.

Tips

Have an emergency blackout kit around the house in an easy to access place.
Make sure to have a plan the whole neighborhood and family know about if a power cut occurs.
Have a cell phone handy so if you need to make a call you have easy access.
To make the time pass,play a handheld game. Hopefully it is charged and takes batteries. They usually don't need to be plugged in
Read! Read a book using a flashlight
Sleep! This is the BEST time to sleep,being it is dark.Although,depending on what season this takes place in it may be hard to sleep.

Warnings

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Don't walk around in the dark. You may get injured.
Don't mess around with the fuse box if you have one. You may worsen the problem.
Do not leave the candles burning! This can cause fires!
In major cities such as; Boston, New York and Chicago,depending on the severity of the black out and what the tempiture is during the blackout,raids, arson and break-ins will most likely happen. This usually happens when there is a blackout in the summer time. It is warm and people can get testy. Try not to go outside as much.

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