On Monday at 12:33 p.m. local time, a rare and dramatic blackout swept across Spain and Portugal, leaving millions in darkness. In just five seconds, Spain’s grid lost 15 gigawatts of power – about 60% of the nation’s electricity consumption – in a startling drop that has caught everyone by surprise. ⚡️
The massive outage halted rail services, disrupted airport operations, and plunged major cities into a full blackout. As emergency crews worked to restore services, questions about grid stability and infrastructure resilience quickly emerged, making this incident one of the most significant power failures in the region's recent history.
This unforgettable moment reminds us how quickly our modern conveniences can vanish in an instant. As investigations continue, experts and residents alike are left pondering the challenges of preventing such widespread disruptions in the future. Stay tuned for more updates as this story unfolds!
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