Editorial photo #12315477 Social Issue

Widespread Power Outage In Spain And Portugal

A massive power outage strikes Spain and Portugal, briefly affecting parts of France as well, on Monday, April 28, 2025. Street lights, traffic signals, and internet/mobile networks go down, leading to widespread disruptions and long queues at ATMs and grocery stores. Authorities declare a state of emergency in several Spanish regions and mobilize 30,000 police officers to maintain order. The blackout, one of the largest in Europe's recent history, sparks debate about grid stability and the role of renewables in Spain's energy system in Malaga, Spain, on April 29, 2025. (Photo by Guillaume Pinon/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #12315477
Date taken: 28 April 2025
Location: —
Photographer: Guillaume Pinon/NurPhoto
Category: Social Issue

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