A major power outage struck Southern Europe

On April 28, 2025, a major power outage struck southern Europe, affecting Spain, Portugal, Andorra, and parts of France and Belgium.

The blackout, caused by a fault in the European electricity grid’s high-voltage lines, disrupted power, internet, and mobile services. In Spain and Portugal, public transport, traffic lights, and airports were heavily impacted, with Lisbon’s metro and trains halted.

Hospitals and critical infrastructure relied on generators. Spain’s grid operator, Red Eléctrica, began restoring power in some areas, while France reported full restoration in affected regions like the Basque Coast.

The exact cause remains under investigation, with no evidence of a cyberattack confirmed.