Power restored almost completely in Spain and Portugal after a massive blackout

A massive power outage plunged Spain and Portugal into darkness, but both nations are beginning to regain power. With over 99% of Spanish homes now reconnected, the situation is rapidly improving after several hours of uncertainty. As train lines and the power grid resume operation, questions remain about the cause of this unprecedented outage.

Status of restoration in Spain and Portugal

After a power outage that affected both Spain and Portugal, reassuring announcements regarding the restoration of services are multiplying. The figures speak for themselves:

• 99.16% of the electricity supply has been restored in Spain, according to the electricity grid operator (REE).
• In Portugal, more than 6.2 million homes out of 6.5 million had power restored by the end of the night.
• High-speed rail traffic is expected to resume normally in the morning, although some routes remain affected. Power Grid Restoration in Figures

Here’s an overview of the progress made in the last few hours:

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez described an unprecedented situation in which

15 gigawatts of power disappeared in less than five seconds, representing 60% of electricity demand at that time. The exact cause of this outage remains unclear and is raising questions among energy experts. An analysis of electrical safety systems has been initiated, with particular attention paid to key companies such as

• Iberdrola and Endesa .The Spanish government is examining all avenues, without ruling out external manipulation.
• France provided assistance by increasing electricity supply, a demonstration of solidarity within the European grid.
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The repercussions of this colossal outage are felt beyond the homes without power:

Thousands of passengers were affected, with trains stranded and flight cancellations at major airports such as Madrid and Barcelona.

• Essential services, such as those from Siemens and Schneider Electric, were disrupted, increasing stress on national infrastructure.
• Citizens had to adapt to the emergency by opting for improvised solutions, illustrating their resilience in the face of adversity.
• Overview of services restored after the outage

In light of these events, monitoring the transportation and electricity networks is more crucial than ever. Here are the services and infrastructure that are beginning to return to normal:

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