Unexpected Iberian blackout strikes, leaving millions affected, cause remains mystery

April 29, 2025, 9:07 am

Widespread power outages struck Spain and Portugal, plunging millions into darkness and disrupting daily life. While power was nearly fully restored shortly after, officials remain baffled by the blackout’s mysterious origin—proving that even modern grids can throw a dramatic curveball.

ledevoir.com / En Espagne, le gouvernement et la justice vont enquêter sur les causes de la mégapanne

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citynews.ca / Power outages across Spain and Portugal affected millions. How to prepare for a major blackout

BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — An unprecedented blackout across Spain and Portugal upended the lives of millions across the Iberian Peninsula, a stark reminder of modern society’s reliance on electricity, and how quickly life can descend into chaos when the grid goes down. Power was nearly completely…

globalnews.ca / As Spain and Portugal’s power returns, the blackout’s cause remains unknown

The power has returned for much of Spain and Portugal, but it's still unknown what caused the widespread blackout though sabotage has been ruled out.

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