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Massive Power Outage Disrupts Spain, Portugal, and Southern France

Emergency restoration efforts are ongoing as authorities investigate technical failures and potential cyberattacks tied to the widespread blackout.

Une sous-station électrique de la compagnie de distribution d’électricité Red Electrica de Espana, à San Sebastian de los Reyes, près de Madrid, en septembre 2021.
Des usagers du train attendent à la gare Joaquin Sorolla, après que des passagers ont été bloqués pendant une panne de courant qui a touché de grandes parties de l’Espagne, à Valence, le 28 avril 2025.
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Overview

  • A sudden power outage on April 28 affected major cities in Spain, regions of Portugal, and southern France, disrupting essential services and infrastructure.
  • Electricity supply dropped by 11,000 MW, with Red Eléctrica de España activating emergency restoration protocols to gradually restore power.
  • The blackout paralyzed airports, urban transportation, rail services, and communication networks, causing significant public and logistical disruptions.
  • Spanish and Portuguese authorities, including INCIBE and EDP, are investigating potential cyberattacks and technical failures, including a suspected incident near Perpignan.
  • Spain’s Minister for Ecological Transition, Sara Aagesen, is overseeing recovery efforts, with the government maintaining crisis management oversight.