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Massive blackout hits Spain, Portugal & France: Trains, flights affected; millions impacted

IndiaTimes Monday, 28 April 2025
A massive blackout plunged millions across Spain, Portugal, and parts of southern France into darkness on Monday. Train services were severely disrupted in Spain, while Portugal's REN operator confirmed the widespread impact. The outage, which began around 12:30 pm local time, affected critical infrastructure, including Spain's Parliament and metro stations.
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A massive power outage has hit Spain, Italy, and parts of France, including the South. Cities like Madrid, Rome, and Marseille were plunged into darkness, disrupting daily life. Authorities are scrambling to restore electricity while investigating the cause. The blackout has left millions without...

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