Parts of Spain and Portugal hit by major power outage

Hundreds of people wait in the dark inside Lisbon airport Ellie Kenny, a holidaymaker inside Lisbon airport, in Portugal, says hundreds of people are stood in the dark in queues after power went out inside the Humberto Delgado airport. There’s no running water from sinks in bathrooms or water bottle stations inside the airport, the air conditioning has gone out and shops inside are only accepting cash, she told CNN. Portuguese police ask for vigilance amid power outage Portugal’s police force warned that traffic lights and street lighting are at risk of failing as power is cut.

“Reduce your speed and pay extra attention,” they said, instructing people to avoid unnecessary journeys. “Prioritise safe driving: your calmness saves lives,” their statement added. Electricity is out across parts of Spain and Portugal, stopping flights and trains A massive power outage has knocked out electricity across parts of Spain and Portugal, shutting off traffic lights and causing chaos at airports, train stations and on the roads.



Spanish power grid operator Red Electrica said it was working with energy companies to restore power. “The causes are being analyzed and all resources are being dedicated to solving it,” it said. “We will continue to inform you.

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