A significant power blackout has impacted Spain, Portugal, and parts of southwestern France, severely disrupting public transport and daily activities. The outage paralyzed traffic, delayed flights, and left residents unable to access ATMs. Emergency cabinet meetings have been convened by both the Spanish and Portuguese governments as investigations into the cause continue, with a possible cyberattack not ruled out. The government is pressed to restore power within a reported six to ten hours, while the European Commission maintains communication with local authorities to monitor the evolving situation.
The blackout impacted public transport significantly, causing large traffic jams and flight delays, while leaving residents unable to access cash from ATMs.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the outage, which remains unknown but may involve a possible cyberattack according to ongoing assessments by officials.
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez stated that the government is dedicating resources to identify the cause of the blackout and aiming for a quick resolution.
The European Commission is monitoring the situation closely and facilitating communication among local authorities to ensure a coordinated response to the blackout.
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