The Iberian Peninsula is slowly returning to normalcy after a massive blackout left millions without power, internet, and mobile phone service for hours. The outage, which began on Monday, affected Spain, Portugal, and parts of southwestern France, disrupting daily life and causing chaos in major urban areas. Authorities are now focused on investigating the cause of the blackout to prevent future occurrences.
In Spain, the electricity supply was restored to over 99% of the country by Tuesday morning, as announced by the operator Red Eléctrica de España (REE). Portuguese operator REN reported that their network was 'perfectly stabilized,' with all customers having their service restored. The blackout led to unprecedented scenes of disruption, including halted trains, non-functioning traffic lights, and partial air traffic delays, leaving thousands stranded.
The cause of the blackout remains under investigation, with officials considering all possible hypotheses. The Spanish government has emphasized the need for changes to the system to prevent a recurrence. The incident has also highlighted the vulnerability of critical infrastructure, with two deaths reported in Spain related to the outage.
As the Iberian Peninsula recovers, the focus shifts to understanding the full economic impact of the blackout and implementing measures to safeguard against similar events in the future. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the interconnectedness of modern infrastructure and the importance of resilience in the face of unforeseen challenges.
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