News-News.Zip

News in English (USA) / 01.05.2025 / 02:00

Major Power Outage Disrupts Spain and Portugal, Sparks Debate on Energy Infrastructure

A massive power outage has left millions in Spain and Portugal without electricity, causing chaos and raising concerns about the security of the energy grid. While preliminary investigations suggest that multiple factors contributed to the blackout, including potential solar plant breakdowns and an unusual atmospheric phenomenon, officials have ruled out a cyber attack. At least three deaths have been reported, linked to the outage, highlighting the serious implications of inadequate emergency preparedness. The incident has reignited discussions about the resilience of renewable energy systems and the infrastructure necessary to support them. As power is gradually restored, the governments of both nations are under pressure to address these vulnerabilities and prevent future incidents.
The Economist, BBC, The New York Times, Reuters, The Guardian, The Times, Catalan News, Financial Times, WSJ, AP News