Scenes From the Blackouts in Spain and Portugal
Briefly

A massive power outage affected tens of millions in Spain and Portugal, disrupting transportation and essential services like hospitals, which turned to generators. With trains halted, supermarkets closed, and traffic lights out, authorities raced against time to restore power. By the evening, power had been restored in some areas, but many remained affected. Major incidents included delayed trains, closed businesses, and challenges in transporting patients. Public workers managed traffic in key intersections, illustrating the widespread operational issues caused by the blackout.
Tens of millions faced power outages across Spain and Portugal, disrupting daily life, halting transportation, and leading hospitals to rely on generators.
Authorities scrambled to identify and resolve the cause of extensive power outages, as workers organized traffic due to darkened stoplights.
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