Overview

• A massive power outage disconnected Spain and parts of the Iberian Peninsula from Europe's power grid, leaving the nation in darkness and disrupting transportation systems.
• The central government, led by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, has taken command in regions like Andalusia, Madrid, and Extremadura that requested national emergency support.
• The Unidad Militar de Emergencias (UME) has been deployed to deliver fuel to hospitals and health centers, ensuring critical healthcare operations continue in affected areas.
• Regional emergency plans were activated, with the Generalitat’s Emergency Coordination Center declaring Situation 2 in the Valencian Community.
• Authorities have advised citizens to conserve phone battery, limit travel, and use radio for updates while investigations into potential cybersecurity threats are underway.