The Agonizing Task of Turning Europe's Power Back On
Briefly

On Monday at 12:30 pm local time, a massive power outage struck Spain and Portugal, causing transportation chaos and affecting daily services. Trains, planes, and traffic lights failed, trapping people in lifts and creating traffic jams in major cities like Madrid and Barcelona. While it’s unclear what triggered the blackout, it’s one electrical engineers fear. Efforts to restore power began shortly after, with partial recoveries reported in various regions. Experts suggest that full restoration could take from hours to days, depending on the location.
Traffic lights aren't working. The streets are chaotic because there is an officer at every crossing. Water doesn't reach flats at the top...
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