Even without household batteries the individual device batteries have got to the stage where they can smooth out quite big disruptions. It was puzzling the first time when the lights went out but everything else just kept working (on the computer + internet).
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But I was quite horrified when dinner time came along and my back up cooking plan failed.
I guess it was old anyway. I hardly ever use it. But I’m sure the bottle had gas. Must be a break in the line.