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Spain declares state of emergency after nationwide power blackout

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Posted on April 28, 2025

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· Last updated: January 24, 2026

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Spain Declares Emergency Following Power Blackout

MADRID (Reuters) - Spain's Interior Ministry on Monday declared a state of emergency after a nationwide power blackout hit most of the Iberian Peninsula.

The ministry added the emergency status will be applied in the regions that request it.

So far, Madrid, Andalusia and Extremadura have asked for the central government to take over public order and other functions.

(Reporting by Inti Landauro, editing by David Latona)

Key Takeaways

Spain's Interior Ministry declared a state of emergency.
The blackout affected most of the Iberian Peninsula.
Regions like Madrid and Andalusia requested emergency status.
The central government will take over public order functions.
The situation is being monitored by Spanish authorities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?

The main topic is Spain declaring a state of emergency due to a nationwide power blackout affecting the Iberian Peninsula.

Which regions are affected?

Regions such as Madrid, Andalusia, and Extremadura have been affected and requested emergency status.

What actions are being taken?

The central government is taking over public order and other functions in the affected regions.

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