Authorities from Portugal’s national energy supplier, E-Redes, acknowledged widespread outages across various regions, including Catalonia, Andalusia, and parts of France’s Basque Coast. Spain’s energy company, Red Eléctrica, assured citizens that power had partially been restored in some areas, but reports continued of chaos in daily life. From busy restaurants shuttering their doors to long lines at ATMs, community activities came to a standstill. EasyJet warned passengers about ongoing power issues impacting airport infrastructure, advising delays in travel plans. Despite interruptions, some inner-city activities, like flamenco classes, were unaffected as daylight streamed through windows. The region remains on edge as authorities investigate the outage's cause.
Massive Power Failure Disrupts Life Across Spain, Portugal, and France
Massive Power Failure Disrupts Life Across Spain, Portugal, and France
A significant power outage affected major infrastructure and millions in the Iberian Peninsula on Monday, causing chaos in urban areas.
On April 28, 2025, a major power outage wreaked havoc across Spain, Portugal, and parts of France, leaving millions in darkness and chaos. The blackout disrupted train systems, airports, and essential services, with the cause still unclear as energy authorities linked it to issues in the European grid. In Spain’s southeastern city of Murcia, traffic lights and crosswalk signs failed, prompting drivers to navigate through ordinary streets with caution. Hospitals were forced to rely on generators, while schools and banks in Portugal closed their doors. The Madrid Open tennis tournament also faced disruptions, with several matches suspended.
