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GURUGRAM: The dust storm that hit NCR in the early hours of Wednesday triggered a major power outage across the city, even as discom officials grappled with several power lines being knocked down by falling trees. Apparently, the discom is forced to take the same steps every time there are such high winds. “In the event of high winds, it is impossible to keep the substation running, as there is fear of damage,” said K C Aggarwal, superintendent engineer, New Gurugram circle. Discom officials said all feeders had to be shut down as emergency to avoid damage to lines.The supply was cut at around 2.40am in most areas. At Sushant Lok 2, Maruti Kunj, Sohna and Tauru, supply remained disrupted due to damage to power system..